I don’t know how to make (and keep) friends anymore.
It’s simple. Just start with being genuine & kind and you will be ok.
Why haven’t you been able to make & keep friends anymore?
By the way…good morning!🙂☀️
@Soldier_Solitude good morning! ☀️ I have social anxiety and I’m an introvert, and I’m also just really awkward, so it’s hard to connect with people. I’ve tried a few times to make friends with other women my age but for various reasons they didn’t last. Most recently my closest friend decided to move to another state but didn’t say a word about those plans until it was set in stone and they had a move date, and then I pretty much never heard from her again.
@Soldier_Solitude unfortunately I'm not too sure why they didn't last. I think sometimes I neglect friendships out of avoidance of the discomfort trying to be social generates. Staying in touch, coming up with things to do together and then finding the energy to do them, it's a lot of work sometimes.
I haven't reached out to my friend who moved, at first because I was blindsided and felt discarded. I still have mixed feelings, and I haven't heard from her either which makes me reluctant to try.
Maintaining any relationship requires effort/nurturing. It can be challenging at times to be the constant entertainment coordinator but there can be a collaborative effort to discover something interactive to do. Try looking into simple things to do socially with your pals. What do you think?
I can understand why you felt discarded and unappreciated regarding your friend who relocated abruptly. Do you believe that one has to make the first move in any relationship?
@lemontart
Good morning 🙂☀️!
Being an introvert can be a good thing at times. It allows one to have some periods of self reflection & observe what is going on around them by not becoming a “Charty Patty”.
Why do you feel anxious? Just be yourself and allow things & relationships to occur naturally.
Why didn’t those female relationships last?
Have you made the attempt to reach out to your friend who moved away? I believe as a friend, she should have remained in contact with you. Be well!👍