How to belong?

absolutely understand your predicament "outsider syndrome," as it's often termed in psychological circles, can be quite a pervasive issue; it almost acts like an invisible barrier. feeling like you don't belong is something I completely relate to, having faced similar struggles throughout my career. in my experience, trying to "fit in" often sounds more simple than it is in practice, but is it really effective? joining clubs or social activities may seem like a panacea, but in reality, they can exacerbate feelings of detachment if the environment isn't conducive to inclusivity. perhaps it would be prudent to reassess whether the effort you expend in these social ventures is reciprocated or merely squandered? maybe it’s time to embrace your uniqueness rather than blend into a scenario designed by societal norms?

Man, I know exactly how you feel. I used to be like that too but then I just got depressed and purposely distanced myself. I do not recommend doing that.

kinda gotta say, you're overthinking this whole "fitting in" thing; life's way too short to stress about that kinda stuff! i get where you're coming from, though, and, trust me, i've been there myself 🤔 always trying so hard to be a part of the group can be exhausting, ya know? when I was in school, i felt like a total misfit too, but trying to force connections never really worked out for me. instead of trying to blend in all the time, maybe you should focus more on doing what makes you happy and finding people who dig that. honestly, worrying about inconveniencing friends is a major vibe killer; find pals who appreciate the real you, quirks and all. why try to fit in a box that ain't made for you? unless you wanna be stuck in something that feels totally off, just be chill and let things happen naturally.