I've been struggling with feelings of loneliness lately and realized that I don't really have any friends outside of work acquaintances or online relationships. Those things are appreciated, but they're not the same thing as having someone to talk to in real life. How do y'all manage to reach out to people once everyone has their own lives?

same. ill be ur friend op

27 and i cut out everyone from my life.
feelsbad

Join a meet up club if ya can. There are plenty of groups one can join to meet and network with people. Recently joined a film group and it’s pretty gnarly

@Stephanie talk to people more in the places you visit frequently cuz you probably have more in common with them than you realise. and like @canon said clubs and stuff like that are perfect. get stuck in and you’ll definitely make new friends

(also I hope the suggestions are of help!!)

play DnD at a comic book shop or something. i never do but everytime i go everyone looks social and like they're having a blast. seems like a good way to make friends imo

or you can talk to ppl at walmart

Clubs, hobbies bars etc

But it gets tougher as you get older because most people tend to stick with their social circle and it gets even smaller when things like marriage and children take over

I know it’s hard, but find new hobby’s out of your comfort zone or join a club.

What’s your age

i work weekends so i know how it feels so i dont get out much try online or where ever you can

To make friends you have to join a community

Whatever that may be is up to you, but that’s your best bet

For me (when I’m sober) it’s usually at parties or other things I go to. I often see a person multiple times and we’ll eventually start talking more and more

When I’m drunk I usually talk to every random on the street and I think I’ve made a lot of friends that way

No, it's an avatar maker. I can't draw at all.

picrew.me/image_maker/43383

That's the one I used, but there are a bunch of them on that site.

Hobbies, going to events, workshops etc. I went to some anime conventions and made some friends. Have also met people at concerts and festivals. I used to go to a karaoke bar and met some others who frequented there as well. Lots of places to meet friends.

Only way you making friends at this age is going out your way to make friends. That organic steeze when you was younger no longer work at this time frame.

i understand how you feel op, im in the same boat outside of the close online friends i have irl is filled with loneliness. i dont really hang with coworks and communicate with old school friends like once in a blue moon. its tough meeting people or trying to talk especially when u have social anxiety so i just deal with it. id love to have friends irl though

University/Community college?

HMU Stephanie we can be friends.

Don’t just like the post, HMU mf

It's not easy. I would say clubs. Sounds like the best chance if you cant reconnect with old friends or able to make friends through your partner's friends.

I clung onto my small circle of high school friends but I do sincerely wish I could make one or two more. I used to have a ton but I had to cut them off. They didnt end up well so I made the right choice

Go to niche places. Go to niche clubs and events. Travel. I’m telling you, it’s easy to connect with people. Even better if you have some sort of passion to exchange with folks. Friends are over rated, you want to have more experiences. The right people will be there

stop bein ah weirdo

@OP try the Rave Scene, understand Beat Per Minute you'll get the music and better yet the people get you, don't even worry or try to understand how to fit in. Be yourself. Go Crazy. Chug Sirracha sauce during a moment u watch people get hype. just dont look weird.

it matters

the advice i can give depends on age how tf am i gon know how mid to late 20 year olds can make friends. i aint reach that point in my life yet

Me and my friends grew up together and we still are. Been years and we still are, even tho with work and s*** I would see them once or twice a week.

I legit don't know how to make friends now, now that I am thinking about it

Oh never mind, was thinking you tryna hit or something lmaooo