LaSol - sometimes it can be hard to make new friends because other shy people who want the same thing as you? Well, they're too shy to say anything! And a lot of people tend to assume that no one wants to be friends with them, or thinks that everyone they meet is happy with the group of friends that they already have. It can be tough!

(Personally, I understand shyness as I was veeeeerrry shy when I was younger but I've learned how to work around it and I actually act quite extroverted.... so when I'm at a social event and I notice that there's someone who isn't really talking to anyone? I usually go and introduce myself. I don't mind mostly carrying a conversation on my own if they seem to enjoy it - usually I'll find on a topic that interests them and help them open up a bit!)

Have you ever gone to any sort of club thingy? That is a way where you can meet people... but it might take a while for those to develop into proper friendships, but it at least gives a reason to interact and talk with that person on a somewhat regular basis! Same with volunteering.