Sleepless Nightmares.
Why Room2Bloom came into existence.
Scrolling through social media, I’ve noticed something striking lately. Late at night, many people in fb groups reach out in despair, searching for someone or anyone to talk to. Just this morning, in a group I follow about narcissism there were three posts from people begging for a “handhold” through the night. They weren’t looking for advice or solutions they simply wanted just wanted someone to get them through the night.
It all came flooding back what seems like a million years ago came back in my head that I know that feeling all too well. I remember going through a breakup, frantically calling my friend, saying, “Can you come round my house? Don’t leave me, don’t stop talking, don’t go.” And when she said she had to go home at the end of the night, I begged, “No, stay, stay,” because I knew once she left, the realisation would hit and the loneliness would feel unbearable. All the time I could keep busy I was safe.
This is exactly the kind of human experience that inspired me to do what I’m doing. Because so many of us have been there. Because the silence of the night can feel overwhelming. We think it’s just us going through this but it’s a bloody universal pandemic.
The Hardest Time is Often at Night
During the day, life keeps us busy with work, and kids and chores, conversations, scrolling through social media even . Distractions help us manage our thoughts. But at night, when the world quiets down, the weight of our feels can hit hardest. Thoughts we’ve been holding back suddenly come to light in the dark. Loneliness, anxiety, and grief feel like a nightmare . We can’t keep busy anymore.
In these moments of despair , people naturally reach out for something. Sometimes to friends, sometimes even to strangers like I’m seeing, just to feel seen and heard. And that need to be heard, to not feel alone is universal.
Why Isn’t This a Service Already?
It’s surprising how underserved this need is. Why do people have to scour the Internet to find strangers to talk to, whose intentions they can’t be sure of how do we know this person were ready to rely on doesn’t have bad intentions for our already wounded soul.
There are a few reasons:
Traditional mental health services are limited – Therapy and counseling are often scheduled, expensive, and not available on-demand.
People crave immediacy and presence – When someone feels desperate at 2 a.m., waiting days for a session isn’t enough.
Safety concerns – Open “talk-to-anyone” spaces carry risks; platforms need trained, accountable listeners.
Platform design gaps – Social media wasn’t built for real-time emotional support; it shows curated snapshots, not people’s actual struggles.
This is the gap my Room2Bloom ethos was created to fill.
Being Heard Matters More Than Being Fixed
we don’t have to rush to solve problems. We don’t “fix” anyone. What we offer is presence, understanding, and safe listening.
Being heard is healing. It can reduce stress, calm racing thoughts, and help people process difficult emotions. Sometimes, simply knowing someone is truly listening is enough to make the night feel a little lighter.I remember, I used to lay there and count the hours until the morning it was truly horrific.
You Are Not Alone
If you’ve ever felt desperate for connection in the dark daunting hours, you are not alone. Loneliness is human. And it’s okay to want support, to seek someone who will sit with you, even if it’s just through the night.
Room2Bloom exists to be that hand to hold, to offer a space where your voice is heard, your feelings are valid, and your presence matters. Because everyone deserves someone to listen especially when the night feels endless.
🌸 Healing begins with being heard and il always listen because I know.