I suffer from chronic depression and social anxiety disorder, so making friends was not always easy for me. I know how you feel, I spend most of my time in my apartment cuz I'm too afraid of people to go out alot. I do force myself to go out as i do not want to seem agoraphobic.

The only advice I can offer is to be yourself and try to go out to some local events and see what happens.



P.S. you can always post on here, someone will respond

my ex used to say that my two seat corvette was the perfect car for me. i could pick up a hitch hiker and still have room for all my friends.

this is cliche - but in order to receive friendship, you must first give friendship... you have to open up to people, and let them see inside you. If you open up, and are honest with people it is AMAZING how generous they can be with their feelings...

what's on your mind today?....

$.02

Maybe you could volunteer somewhere where the people have the same interests as you.

For example, I made friends volunteering at a cat shelter.

I think it's really cool that you volunteer. Especially with kids. I know what you mean about early mornings, and long commute for no pay. I just got done teaching a class for Native youth in my community. The feeling you get from making a difference in kids lives is amazing! That's something to live for, and other people will see that spark too.
I was feeling similar to your first posting about a year ago. Once I got out into the community, the phone calls, emails, and txts have never stopped. Keep your head up bro!
You'll find a great group of people, and will be respected.
If you ever need to talk, hit me up.

The meds worry me as you say you had stopped taking them and then began again.. That is not good.. Perhaps that is part of your problem. There is a way to stop taking medications (and that is gradually) and also a way to get back on them. And, your body can change between those times so now they may not be what you need. Please consult the doctor that prescribed these to you and check it out. My friends are all married or younger than me so I know what you mean about not having any friends. I have them, just dont have anything in common with them. Don't mean to get religious here but maybe going to church would help. You would meet many new people and maybe help with your feelings too. And volunteer work is great, but, really attempt to find a paying job. That, in itself, helps a person feel appreciated and you meet new people besides having a little money to spend on things you want. Glad to hear that you go to the gym.. That helps with depression too.. I have found many friends on this site and, when I am feeling all alone, there is always someone on here that feels the same or has been through the same and understands and makes me feel better... Try the game site, that is fun and it helps take your mind off yourself for awhile. And, pets always make you feel wanted and happy so get a pet..Do hope you get help and remember, everyone on this site (well, almost everyone) is here to help you...