The only semi-constructive thing I can say is "This too shall pass."

In 1998, at 18 years old, I was literally the boy in the bubble, living in forced isolation for over a year. Atypically, I was also very extroverted.

I was extremely fortunate to have access to dial up modems. So between CompuServe, and starting my own BBS network, I cobbled together a social life and some income publishing my own shareware.

It sucked. But it was also awesome.

Those online relationships were just about the best I've ever had. More like penpals than drinking buddies.

Alas, nothing is permanent, and I was eager to return to the real world.

As for the environmental noise, I'm sure you've investigated noise canceling headphones, white noise machines, and maybe even noise dampening acoustic foam on the walls.

Noise pollution is terrible. Especially if you're sensitive, like my sweetie. I hope you can find a corner in the basement, or open area on the roof, or something. The noise in our prior condo was terrible, driving my sweetie insane. Our neighborhood had gotten popular. So much new construction, new roof top open bar across the street, 3:00am deliveries in alley below our bedroom window, etc. There was literally was no peace.

If you're working remote any way, maybe you can peace out somewhere else. Anywhere with broadband and strong coffee.