Posted by Wildflower on September 26, 2003, at 15:59:24
In reply to How to get better at the whole people thing, posted by HannahW on September 26, 2003, at 13:18:43
I've too lost a lot of friends due to moving away or those who find a significant other. (Trust me if I do find someone, I will never abandon single friends.)
Just a thought... Could it be that our depression and associated lack of a positive attitude (and energy) is a deterrant to others? I know many of us on meds have also had SEs to deal with and are often stuck at home not feeling well.
I so much want to have friends that I can call and talk to but I cannot find that anywhere except online.
One interesting tidbit... I find that I'm more open to talking to people when I'm out of town on business. There's nothing keeping any one of us from heading out to a good restaurant and sitting and eating at the bar (alone). You may not find a lifetime friend but you will no doubt have an interesting conversation - even if it is with the bartender. You could even play it off as if you're from out of town... ;-)
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