How Do I Socialize More?

[mvillarreal]

Hi, everyone. I'm pretty introverted, and I like to read and study a lot (I'm also pretty cerebral at times). I'm finding, though, that I don't socialize with people very often, and I want to bring myself to be able to do that more. It's especially hard during the Covid-19 pandemic. Are there any habits or ideas you recommend for spending time with friends at least on a somewhat consistent basis? I've been pretty isolated for a few years and would like to be a tad more social.

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If you enjoy card games or board games (strategy games? Chess?) you could try getting together to play with friends once a week or so. That’s worked for me in the past as I do better in a situation with a purpose, like let’s all enjoy a board game, than just sitting around trying to make conversation.

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I think there are also clubs for board gamers and maybe some online...

[mvillarreal in reply to Hidden]

Thank you Hidden ! I actually really like Cards Against Humanity. Maybe I could get on Zoom with some friends one of these days and play that with them.

[soapmak3r]

I recently joined boards and put myself out there in my career field. I have joined 2 associations dealing with my career field in my area to get more out there. I have also joined facebook groups with my hobbies. It inspires and you can reach out to people.

[Bigbrighteyes96]

If you feel able tech like factime or skype can help stay in touch with existing friends and I have discovered several free peer support groups online through charities such as Many Minds, and Frazzled cafe that was started by Ruby Wax.

[0laf]

I have the same problem. Try joining book clubs.

All the best ddear

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I feel the frustration for you am the same end up loosing friends cant have been that good a friends mind if there not willing to learn or listen PROPERLY about our conditions.have a look and see if there are any little groups near you were people with the same issues can meet have a brew an talk normally there will be somthing about if you ask your DR.