Hi tetris: Welcome to PC! PC is a great place to find both support & mental health related information. There are many caring members here who have lots of experience to draw from. I don't know that I have much of anything useful to offer in the way of suggestions. I recall, many years ago, feeling much the way you do. And I know there are many others who struggle with the same concerns.

Have you considered doing some volunteer work while you look for a job? It would get you out, meeting people, & it would also look great on your resume or on job applications. You could just do a few hours a week. And you could probably find something that would suite your present level of sociability. Many times there are organizations that maintain listings of volunteer opportunities. There may well be something of this sort where you live that you could check out on-line. Looking through the listings might help you to get an idea of what type of thing might work for you.

Anyway,,, it's a thought. My best wishes to you!