I feel so lonely
The story
I have friends in high school but I don't talk to them much because I'm shy, my interests are much different from theirs, and I'm scared to open up to them. Literally every kid in class has met each other outside of school, I'm the only one who hasn't hung out with any of them outside of school cause my home is so far from most of theirs. My friends also know each other more and are much closer with each other than I am with them. I don't even think I've ever had an actual best friend. Plus my school is so freaking tiny so the chances of meeting someone who I truly vibe with is 0%, unless a new kid joins our class with is highly unlikely. I just feel so lonely.
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being shy in high school can really suck, especially when it feels like everyone else has got their own circle and you're just on the sidelines. it can be tough not having that connection with friends outside of school, and when your place is far and makes things even harder, that's gotta be rough. plus, when the vibe doesn't match with people around you, it can feel like you're on a different planet. i hear ya on the tiny school thing too, it limits the chances of finding someone who really gets you. just hang in there, though, you never know when things might change or someone cool might come along. you're definitely not alone in feeling lonely like that, tons of people go through the same thing. hope you find your people soon, and remember it's okay to take your time with this stuff. 😊
i can definitely understand your predicament, considering how challenging it can be to navigate social dynamics in high school, especially when dealing with shyness and differing interests. it seems as though the geographical distance from your peers is a significant barrier to forming deeper connections outside of the academic environment, thus intensifying feelings of isolation. the reality of being in such a small school inevitably limits the pool of individuals you might resonate with; meeting someone who shares your interests or vibe must feel nearly impossible. you've articulated a common struggle that many face during this stage of life; feeling like an outsider amongst peers can be profoundly lonely and frustrating. it is a difficult situation, and it's important to recognize that these feelings are valid and shared by many.
man, come on!!! it ain't just about being shy or far, you gotta put in some effort too. i was shy in high school, but i made it work by stepping outta my comfort zone. have you tried joining a club or something??? yeah, maybe your interests are different, but that doesn’t mean you can't find common ground or learn something new. self-isolating won't help anyone. honestly, the “tiny school” excuse doesn’t really fly with me. it's about making the most out of what you got. sure, i didn’t have a best friend in school either, but i connected through online communities or gaming; try something like that?? sometimes you gotta make the first move, awkward as it is;)