Interesting.

A question, if you don't mind. Why did you pull away? Did you relocate? Decide you had had enough of them?

I have burned more than my share of bridges in life. Others were burned behind me, some even as I was crossing them!

The next question is, what now? Having decided that there are people you *don't* want to associate with, whom do you want as friends?

Do have a hobby, or location, or faith/religion, or sport, or political group where you could meet like-minded people?

If you're a real introvert (like me), and going out is difficult, you can begin by contributing here. Share your experiences to help others. Or just read posts and offer encouragement or emotional support. (Nobody ever said, "Jeez, I got way too much encouragement today!")

Loneliness and isolation are the real pandemics in our world. Don't wait for someone to build a bridge to you. Everyone seems to be waiting for that. Start building your own. It doesn't have to be the Golden Gate Bridge; a little footbridge will get you started.