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I'm just a really lonely person. all the time. I don't have siblings, and I don't have friends or a boyfriend. I can't make and keep a friend, unless THEY initiate it. I'm not really shy or anything but i just don't know what it is.
my life exists only on the internet.
What can I do to feel less lonely? (link)
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It's normal for people of any age to feel lonely at times and the teenage years can be especially tough. But with a little work and patience I think you can start to feel better and less isolated.
First of all, the internet can be great but if you're on it too much it can keep you from interacting with people in "real" life. Try to limit your time onit and instead start finding things that are enjoyable to do around other people.
Depending on what you enjoy doing you can do things such as joining a reading group or book club at your local library, volunteering at an animal shelter, signing up for a class at your local YMCA,taking part in a community garden or anything that gets you involved in something that you enjoy and at the same time around other people.
Talk to your parents about your feelings of loneliness too, if you're comfortable doing that, and ask them for any input or ideas that they may have. When I was your age I had a tough time making friends too but my mom ended up signing me up for acting lessons and it was a lot of fun. If that's not something you like then you can try something else that may strike your interest such as dance classes or an arts & crafts class. The reason I'm suggesting these things is that this is a good way to meet people your age who have similar interests and in this way it's easier to talk with them and maybe start some friendships.
I know that it can be really tough feeling this lonely but the more you get out and around other people, the less isolated you'll feel. Just be sure to show an interest in others when you talk to them. Make eye contact and ask them questions about themselves to get things started, such as their interests, their family, etc.
Take care and I wish you all the best.
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thank you so much for your time and consideration.
i know it's normal to feel this way sometimes, but it's just that I feel this way all the time.
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