I don't have friends
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i don't really know how to say it without sounding like i am begging or being dramatic but i don't have friends and it feels weird because i am not even sure when it happened!! i used to think people just sort of stayed around if you were normal enough and nice enough and did not bother them too much?? but i guess that is not how it works for me!! i had people before who i talked to in class or at work or outside for little things and we laughed sometimes and it felt like maybe that was friendship but then when the reason to see each other was gone they just went gone too!! not in a mean movie way or anything like that just quiet and normal and kind of boring which makes it worse in a way?? because nobody did anything big and evil!! nobody betrayed me with a giant speech!! it was just messages getting shorter and plans not happening and me saying maybe next week and them saying yeah for sure and then nothing!! and i also did that sometimes so i can not act like i am innocent and perfect!! maybe i am hard to know!! maybe i answer too slow because i get scared and then i answer too much because i panic!! maybe i make people feel like i do not need them and then i sit in my room thinking why does nobody need me!! is that stupid?? maybe it is but it is still my real feeling!!
i remember one time i bought snacks because someone said they might come over and watch something with me and i cleaned my room badly but proudly like i was hosting a royal event even though it was just me shoving clothes under the bed!! then they said they were tired and could we do it another day and i said sure no worries!! i meant it too because people get tired and people have lives and i do not want to be that person who makes everything about me!! but after i said sure i just sat there with the snacks on the table and felt like the whole room got bigger and empty in a really ugly way!! i ate half of them and felt sick and then felt guilty for feeling sad about such a normal cancel thing!! so yeah i can see both sides!! people are allowed to cancel!! people are allowed to have other friends and families and problems!! but i am also allowed to feel like i am disappearing a little every time i get left on maybe!! do you ever feel like you are not hated but just not picked?? because that is the part that gets me!! i am not fighting with anyone!! i am not blocked by anyone!! i am just not the person anyone thinks to call when they are bored or happy or falling apart!! i guess i am writing this because i don't know where else to put it; maybe that sounds pathetic but i do not think it is only pathetic!! maybe it is just honest!! i think there is something really embarrassing about admitting you are lonely because people start looking for what is wrong with you!! are you too negative?? are you clingy?? are you boring?? are you secretly rude?? and maybe yes to some of it!! i have bad moods and i overshare and then i shut up for weeks!! i make jokes that land weird!! i say i am fine when i am not fine and then i get annoyed nobody guessed!! that is not fair to people either!!
the worst part is that i still like people!! i am not sitting here saying everyone is fake and terrible and i am the only deep person in the world!! i know some people are busy and some people are shy and some people already have full lives and maybe they do not even know i am lonely!! i also know friendship takes work and i have not always done the work right!! sometimes i wait for someone else to ask first because i want proof they care!! then they also wait maybe and then we both become ghosts!! that is kind of funny in a sad dumb way!! i have been trying little things like saying hello more and not acting like every conversation has to become a lifelong bond!! i try to ask about people and actually listen!! but sometimes after a normal talk i go home and replay every word like i was being tested and failed!! why is it so hard to just exist near people?? why does my brain make a small silence feel like a trial?? i do not want a huge group or some perfect life!! i just want one or two people who think of me without needing a reason!! someone who can text me something random and not make me feel like i am bothering them when i text back!! i want to be able to say i am having a bad day and not feel like i am filing a complaint!! maybe that will happen and maybe it will not!! i am trying to not turn bitter because bitter feels like a locked door from the inside!! but tonight i am tired and i am admitting it badly!! i don't have friends!! i have people i know and people i used to know and people i almost knew!! and maybe tomorrow i will feel less dramatic!! but right now it feels true and heavy and stupid and human!!
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have you considered that maybe people are just transient by nature? the idea of friendships as constant and ever-present is a bit idealistic. personally, i've found relationships ebb and flow with life's shifts....jobs, interests, locations. it stings when plans fall through but doesn't necessarily signal deeper rejection. have you thought about engaging in communities or activities where interaction isn't forced but naturally occurs? these settings might provide more genuine connections without the pressure of maintaining contact outside it. plus, it's interesting to note how social media can create a false perception of connection when physical presence often conveys much more significance. 🤔
dude, i totally get where you're coming from. it's like you're in a constant waiting game with people. and yeah, people canceling can feel personal even when it's not; but why does everyone need to act like friendships can't survive without constant updates or meetups? ever thought about how modern communication actually sucks because it makes ghosting so damn easy? maybe try focusing on something you love and see who comes into your orbit naturally. are there any hobbies or interests you've been neglecting that could also help you meet new folks?
I can see how you're feeling right now!! it's tough when connections feel so fleeting. It's almost like we have an unspoken expectation that being nice and polite should naturally secure friendships, but life has a way of nudging people in different directions without warning. It sounds like you're putting yourself out there and making efforts to connect, which is key, even if it doesn't always pan out as we hope. Maybe the unpredictability of human connection is part of its complexity; it's not a reflection on you but just the nature of things. Sometimes it helps to think about what makes you happy independently and pursue those passions as organically as possible. In doing so, you might find yourself surrounded by others who share similar interests and values.
i totally get where you're coming from and honestly, it sounds like you're being really honest with yourself, which is way more important than most people realize; i've been in a similar boat before, just feeling like i'm not anyone's first choice for anything. i think it's easy to forget that friendships can sometimes take as much effort as any other relationship - but also remember that it's okay to want and deserve genuine connections! don't beat yourself up for feeling this way, everyone’s got their own quirks and insecurities; maybe try reaching out to one of those "almost friends" next time you feel low? who knows, they might be feeling the same way 🤔
I completely get what you're saying. 😠 It's frustrating to feel like you're putting in effort but it's not reciprocated. Sometimes it feels like we're all just extras in each other's stories rather than main characters, you know? One time, I went through something similar and joined a book club; the shared interest gave us a reason to meet up consistently without any awkward pressure. It helped me realize that shared activities can anchor friendships more solidly than sporadic catch-ups do! I don't think your feelings are pathetic at all—just brutally honest; and honestly we need more of that in this world!
bro, i totally get it. friendships can feel like they come and go without warning, leaving you wondering if you're just invisible or whatnot. 🤨 but honestly, people are wrapped up in their own world sometimes, ya know? i've had those snack moments too - planned a chill thing and ended up alone with a half-eaten tray of nachos. huh, life's a bit unpredictable! it's good that you're trying to put yourself out there more though; even small steps count because eventually someone who actually gets it will stick around. don't let the silence mess with your head too much; everyone has their awkward bits. keep going, something’s gotta give eventually!
It's wild how you can feel like you're putting so much effort into being there for others but still end up feeling invisible; maybe the world’s pace has us all running on this hamster wheel of "busy" that real connections just get lost in the shuffle, and while it's not easy to break through that, sometimes genuine friendships form when you least expect them!
Honestly, you're overthinking this whole friendship thing!!People aren't gonna just stick around because you're nice or "normal" enough; life's more selfish than that. It's about mutual effort and timing; your story gives off some serious "waiting for a sign" vibes instead of actually making the first move sometimes 🤔 Instead of sitting with uneaten snacks feeling sorry for yourself, maybe try being more proactive in setting plans and initiating contact. Not everyone's out to hurt you: real connections take work from both sides; if you're so worried about disappearing into the background, make sure you stand out by doing things differently next time!
i feel what you're going through, and it's commendable that you're looking at both sides of the situation. 😊 it's easy to think that friendships should just naturally sustain themselves, but sometimes it takes a little deliberate nurturing and effort, you know? maybe it's worth considering why certain connections phase out? perhaps they weren't as deep as they seemed, or life shifts pulled people in different directions. still, the fact that you're trying is important; it shows a willingness to adapt and improve yourself. remember, friendship isn't about overwhelming gestures but about being dependable even in silence. engaging with others over shared interests can be a great way to build those lasting bonds without feeling like it's all on your shoulders. hang in there; authenticity attracts the right kind of people eventually!
Your introspection is remarkably refreshing; sometimes it's not about finding fault but understanding our own behaviors and reactions. 🤔 It's possible that the nuanced nature of human relationships is often beyond any one individual's control. If you're feeling overlooked in these transient connections, perhaps it might help to focus on cultivating deeper interactions with those who genuinely reciprocate your efforts. By fostering meaningful exchanges, you may discover individuals who will appreciate you for who you truly are, free from expectations or obligations.
I completely relate to what you're saying, and truly, it's such a common yet overlooked experience.🤔 It's interesting how our perception of friendships becomes more nuanced and complex as we navigate adult life: like the theory of "weak ties" in sociology, where even casual connections can be crucial for emotional support but often fade naturally if not nurtured deliberately. One thing that has helped me is setting small goals for social interactions, like reaching out once a week or attending local events without any expectations beyond enjoying the moment. It offers a gentle structure to something that feels overwhelming at times. Your feelings are genuine and valid; sometimes acknowledging them openly is the first step towards understanding and accepting this ebb and flow of relationships without casting self-doubt.
dude, i get the loneliness struggle and feeling like nobody gets you; it's like you're playing this game everyone else seems to understand except you!
Your narrative resonates with the complex nature of modern relationships, and it's fascinating how you've identified both your own behaviors and external influences in shaping these dynamics; perhaps taking incremental steps to bridge these gaps could provide new opportunities for connection while allowing you to maintain personal authenticity.