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Life sucks way less when you’re not making yourself do it alone actually. Also, this doesn’t mean commenting on people’s tiktoks or whatever (although of course those places have the capacity for creating meaning), actually go out and engage with the things you’re passionate about it’s so worth it
Feb 16, 2024
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Spend your nights anxious about which way the town is going? Actually do something to change it! Being in the US right now, I feel sometimes powerless to all the shit politicians/ corporations/ etc. are pulling. However, the only way to beat that terrible feeling is to actually do the work to make the world a better place. By being involved in local government/ groups/ initiatives, even if it’s super annoying and reeks of bureaucracy, you can at least say you tried. There’s also the benefit of meeting people who also care about things (like increasing arts funding or whatever) and probably share other interests too.
Mar 18, 2024
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I'd suggest volunteering somewhere that is aligned with your values. You'll do good, experience a measure of personal satisfaction, and meet good people.
Maybe the friends you make won't be of similar age and life stage as you, but their genuine friendships will place you in circles that lead to other connections.
Mar 19, 2025
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these two things have been huge for helping me get a healthy level of community. oh there’s an event that looks cool that you saw on socials? go. don’t have anyone to go with? didn’t ask. you’ll meet cool people there.
someone is putting on something or invited you to come with them to something? you’re going. oh you don’t know that person super well? don’t care. you’re going to get to know them now.
being introverted just means you need a balance of socializing and solitude, but you don’t get community in isolation. if a door opens to you and it seems cool, don‘t deny yourself an experience! approaching it with the mindset of going to build community and meet people and broaden your horizons will get you far.
Nov 23, 2024
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Remember how weird everyone else is. Remember that you’re everyone else. You belong with these people. Your community is spread out in front of you, sprawled along takeout cups, staring at their phones, trying to get home.
Feb 1, 2024
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Adds a little spice
Feb 3, 2024
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Waking up with the red marks from the sheets like snuggle mummification
Jan 28, 2024