My cousin and aunt go to a quilting club every week maybe find a place like that in your community where like minded people gather to do things they like. Volunteer at the local hospital, nursing homes, visits with older people always cheer me up because I know they sometimes need a friend too. You would be surprised what volunteering does for your self esteem. I volunteered to help with the community to register voters during the election it helped me get out and meet new people. Other ways is if you do not belong to a church you can find friends there and maybe volunteer to have a bake sale for the local schools or churches to raise money for a good cause. You could join a walk-a-thon in your community for a cause, we have them here all the time. Hope these suggestions help.