This post will be dripping with desperation as I just need someone to talk to, moved away from my few friends in my hometown and have been pretty isolated for a while. I'm a 22 year old probably autistic dude (I think, you know how confusing that can be). I have some interests that I've been losing due to depression but I can still talk about them, music, art, politics (duh), science and philosophy stuff. I can also just bullshit about anything I love people and talking to them it's just hard for me to reach out. I've been active here for years but not really conversational with people as I feel disconnected like I don't belong in whatever community I'm in, even this one as accepting as it is. Maybe shoot me a dm and we can talk here or through somewhere else ,I'd really appreciate it. Going through mental health struggles and that shit , so fucking stressed and broke. I thought about asking for money here but I still think others need it more and just having someone else to talk to could probably help me more. <3
Do you have any 'touch grass' or 'grill pill' protocols? Things you just enjoy doing for the sake of it? That's usually a good place to find IRL people to socialize with or local community connections. Volunteering can also be a good option sometimes.
What are some things you like to talk about? All the things you listed seem pretty good, but just take a stab at something to break the ice with it.
I don't really, I live in a semi rural area there's not much to do, especially if you don't drive and just walk places. I would volunteer but I barely can manage my time enough to take care of myself and go to work.
That's pretty rough.
Just try your best to stay open to social opportunities when they arise. Sometimes it's worth it just to try something different to shake yourself out of your patterns a bit, even if you feel like it won't be worth it at first. And remember that failure is not a destination, give yourself credit for making the attempt and see what lessons you can take from it.
aw sorry. i'd hang out if you lived in my city
you also have the probably-hellish option of the "friend" setting on Bumble lol. i like my online friends but seeing them in person is way better, I think you need that
Hey I live in a semi rural area and it absolutely sucks ass. Have you tried foraging before? It's a good way to spend some free time this seasons and also good exercise.