A colleague of mine went through something similar. They found support in online communities where people shared strategies to reunite with family. It gave them new ideas and, more importantly, a sense of not feeling alone during the process. Sometimes, just having a community can make all the difference

Have you checked if there’s any way to expedite your green card processing? In some cases, like emergencies or medical reasons, you might qualify for faster processing. It doesn’t hurt to reach out to USCIS and explain your circumstances

For me, patience was the hardest part. My family couldn’t join me right away, so we planned annual visits instead. It wasn’t ideal, but knowing when we’d see each other next helped us stay focused during the waiting period. I know it’s not the perfect solution, but every little bit helps

I was in the same boat a while ago. It was heartbreaking being away from my family while waiting for my green card. What worked for me was applying for a family-based visa for them, even though it’s a long process. I also made sure we stayed connected daily through video calls—it helped keep our spirits up