[ SECRET POST #6749 ]

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⌈ Secret Post #6749 ⌋

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[(Anonymous)]

It really fucking sucks.

I'm so out of practice being social, much less having proper friends. I'm trying to ease myself back into it with casual social events (volunteering, workshops, etc) and that helps some, but I don't know if that will turn into anything bigger.

[(Anonymous)]

Casual social events are honestly the best way to do it. There's no pressure the way there is with a 1-on-1 hangout, so if you don't feel like showing up one week that's fine and you aren't standing anyone up. I know that my own mental health improved immensely once I started attending a casual weekly social thing because I could show up on my own time when I felt like it and skip when I didn't, but it also gave me something to look forward to and a group of people I would see and connect with on a regular basis.

ayrt

[(Anonymous)]

Exactly. It’s good to know that’s a thing for other people too. I especially like socializing while doing something else because it helps keep me from overthinking. I’ve been going to things at the library, but they’re not very regular, so now I think I’ve got to push myself a little more and try some other events around town.

[(Anonymous)]

You're putting yourself out there, it's great that you are being active.
Just remind yourself that not every person you talk to will become a close friend. And that's OK. Sometimes it takes a while to meet someone you can build a deeper connection with, and this is just on a platonic level.
And not only that, but maybe someone you just kind of know may one day become a close friend based on random factors.
Making friends isn't like saying hi to someone and then you become best friends overnight.

Proud of you nonny. Wishing you the best and hoping you find your people soon!

ayrt

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you, I appreciate the cheerleading and reassurance!

I’m trying to hold on to that idea that it’s sort of practice or a habit. Being around people in social situations is good for my mental health and while finding friends has a certain randomness to it, it requires me to show up and be open to the possibility in order to have that chance.