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hi, i have very little friends, which most i don’t always get to talk to frequently. i feel like i do not hold significance in other people’s lives, and it makes me wonder what is wrong with me and why is it difficult for me to sustain friendships in which i don’t have to question them or spiral over my interactions with. i wonder if i’ll ever get to a point in being able to act and talk freely with a friend without concern and have my presence be enjoyed. for now, it feels like i am chasing dying sparks. how do people have their people?
Feb 25, 2025

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same here just wanted to add that I've always had a hard time making and maintaining friendships and I'm 34 this year and have spent almost the last 20 years pretty much alone - many times, and even now, i wonder why is it so hard for me to be 'normal', and why do some things that come to others so easily is so difficult for me. it's been tough in retrospect, and the few friends I do have now I sometimes feel like a burden to them, so I isolate myself even further. sorry I don't have any answers for you rn but just wanted to say that you aren't alone in feeling like this. for me i'm gonna try leaving my bedroom a bit more and trying to meet people via hobbies and stuff this year, but we'll see how that goes (tbh my mental illness has gotten worse ever since the pandemic started about 5 years ago). all the best in your journey chaeri!
Feb 27, 2025
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I have close friends, but I really don’t feel like I am anyone’s best friend. And even the friends I’m close to, I don’t see them very often because friendships in adulthood are really hard. I have had to come to terms with the role I play in each friend’s life. With that said, I would definitely maintain the friendships you have even if they aren’t super close too you. You never know how friendships blossom over time. As long as you don’t empty your cup too much. Friendships are really hard but have faith !!! Time alone will bring you to the right people (as painful as it can be)
Feb 26, 2025
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valoorie this was a very sweet message thank you :’) i wish the best for you in your friendships, i appreciate the online camaraderie
Feb 26, 2025
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