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I'm lonely I have no friends and it feels stupid

Autism (ASD) | Last Active: Sep 6, 2023 | Replies (31)
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@gingerw

Well, dang it! Can you volunteer at an animal shelter, or animal hospital? You will meet others like you who are in to the critters, and you might just find a different friend. At the least, you will have something in common with them!

What kind of drawing do you do? Is it more anime like your profile shows, or something else? You know, I sometimes took summer school to take a class that I had no time to get during the regular school year, and got to meet other kids I wouldn't know otherwise. Or maybe volunteering at a museum?

Maybe your friend's mother will change her mind soon.
Ginger

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Leonard | @jakedduck1 | Jun 22, 2023

@shnokeyq
I believe at @gingerw gave you some good advice. I met my best friend while volunteering at the YMCA. When she passed away I volunteered at the police department and met another best friend. We have been friends for over 40 years now. I’m not very good at initiating a conversation, but if someone speaks to me, I seize the moment. I took a Pilates class which I didn’t like except the camaraderie. I’d always tell jokes which helped start conversations. Now a lady from that class is a dear friend. Two other friends I met while volunteering at a hospital doing medical billing.
Remember, “A friend is someone with whom you dare to be yourself.” Although I find that to be true. It still takes effort and sometimes courage to get the ball rolling.
If you’re not good at starting a conversation, listen and jump in whenever you get the opportunity.
Good luck,
Jake

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