Is it an adhd thing? Is it a codependent personality? Some kind of dissociation or sensory processing shit?
How do I overcome this problem? I have decent social skills but it feels so meaningless. I feel so lonely even around people.
I know I'm a stranger but shoot your best shot.
This does actually get better as you have more positive experiences with people, problem is how do you do that if this is what's going on, and I don't really have an easy answer. Definitely look into the effects of ADHD on relationships/emotional skills and also the possibility that trauma can make someone develop an avoidant attachment style. Therapy actually helps with this stuff (EMDR).
But ultimately you're still a human being, I promise.