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Jun 05, 2012, 05:46 PM
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I was wondering if anyone else has a had time making friends. Anyone have any ideas on how to make friends?
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Jun 06, 2012, 03:57 PM
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  "Oh my! here we go. Another loose cannon gone bipolar. slip down, couldn't get much lower, quick sand got no sense of humor, I'm still laughing like hell...." shinedown
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Jun 06, 2012, 04:51 PM
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I have the same issue, you aren't alone.
I even have a problem keeping my current circle of friends because they don't really like the "real" version of me. They much prefer the "okay" version of me that would fake smile and happy because it's not convenient for certain people and family members to see the real me which is at times manic and at times depressed. I wonder if my issues with social circles and friends are mine or if they are on other people. I often fake happy and my family and friends love me, say I am great, etc. On those rare occasions I can't really help but let the real me out (when I am manic or depressed) they don't like that so much. I can't offer support on how to make more friends, but I can offer support and say you are not alone with this issue. |
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#4
Jun 06, 2012, 05:54 PM
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I am not good at making friends either. I feel like I have a sign on my head that says "This person is a weirdo, don't be friends with her."
I just try to be friendly and if people want to be my friend, great. If not, oh well. I don't really know how else to go about it.
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#5
Jun 06, 2012, 06:08 PM
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I have social anxiety so have a really hard time making new friends. It’s been a struggle. I’m slowly making new friends by stepping out of my comfort zone. Trying and doing new things. I joined a group on facebook that puts together events that is all about meeting new people. Sporting events, pub crawls, camping, white water rafting..etc
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#6
Jun 07, 2012, 07:32 AM
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I can certainly relate. I only have a small core group of friends who I've known for a long time, and they helped me get through my rough patches over the years. I have many acquaintances, but not many friends, and I don't make friends easily. I don't know what it is, maybe I'm just somewhat closed off to people. I've had some bad relationships over the years, and maybe I'm just scared to open up completely to people. However, I'm very thankful for the 3 people whom I truly consider to be like brothers to me. Without them life would be harder than it already is.
My advice is to foster the friendships you already have and realize how important they are - probably more so than the aspect of making new ones. Good luck!
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#7
Jun 07, 2012, 10:19 AM
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Thank you all for your suggestions and for letting me know I am not alone on this.
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