Lonely

[LonelyGirl24]

I found my mood suddenly shift a few minutes ago when someone asked me how many friends I have and they are. I mean... It isn't very important but it just reminded me of how lonely I really am. Well... That was it I guess

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Challenge those thoughts. For some people it’s not quantity but the quality of the relationships we have with people. Some people have friends but they are just superficial. Tell them you strive for deep and meaningful relationships not fake ones. If they don’t like that answer tell them to go scratch their rear end.

[Jeff1943]

LonelyGirl24, there is no safety in numbers as far as friends are concerned. Better one loyal friend who is a kindred spirit than a thousand friends on Facebook who mean nothing. Friends are not trophies to be counted, they are true comrades whom we should cherish.

Choose your friends carefully, there is nothing more disturbing than a false friend.

So how do you find true friends? They are people who share your likes and common interests. So you have lots to talk about. Friends can learn from each other and give sound advice. Friendship is selfless, it is as much about giving as taking.

There are no deadlines for making new friends. No pressure - they will come in their own good time.

Maybe you haven't been receptive to new friendships, maybe it's a trust thing, maybe you don't want intrusions into your private world. But life's journey is so much better with fellow travellers. I hope good friends soon come your way who will be good for you and you good for them.

[explorerPHX]

i can definitely relate LonelyGirl24. I feel that way too, lonely. Not having those connections with people can really take a toll. I do agree with the sentiment that when it comes to friends, it's quality over quantity. I agree with jeff1943 that there is no deadline when it comes to making friends ... in that i hope it is true for me too. I've been there, having my mood shift when i see people out with friends and having fun and such, and it just reminds me of something i do not have, something that is missing. i completely understand.

[LonelyGirl24 in reply to explorerPHX]

I hope so too

[tmjourney]

Don’t be sad LonelyGirl!

First off, that is such a strange question for someone to ask! So you shouldn’t feel awkward At All, if anything they should feel a bit off having asked that! Matter of fact, they very well could be self conscious about their friendships so they are asking you.

Secondly, the others are right! The amount of friends one has does not matter, it’s about the quality of the relationship you have with a person. What I know is that God will bring you Good friendships that you will never forget. In all my life I can say I have made two TRUE friends, that’s not many for how long I’ve been around haha. Sometimes I talk and see them, sometimes it’s months before I see them or hear from them. It’s easy to get down and think we are missing out on something because of how our culture is today, but many of the people we see swarmed with “friends” are sad about things or friendships in their lives too. Stay patient and remember that God is going to bring you Good-lasting friendships God bless you girl!