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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How Do I Socialize More?
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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.
I think there are also clubs for board gamers and maybe some online...
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.
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.
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.
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.