I Wish I Had More Close Friends

everyone is alone to some extent... instead of wishing for that one genuine person, seize any opportunity to be that genuine person for someone else :)

The problem is that who can actually be genuine? We are all conditional. They only want us if they find us pleasing, productive, and harmless... and we want them only IF they are pleasing, productive, and harmless to us... so it’s like in the background I guess human nature isn’t genuine. But yes I know what you mean! Don’t we all! Stay strong! You are beautiful! ❤️

I too find making friendships difficult. I have always found that friendships happen in ways you could not see coming.

We're all naturally built to connect, spiritually. You were [b]not[/b] meant to be alone. You can find close friends here and other places. I know friendship takes time and trust. I'm inviting you to talk with me. I would enjoy meeting you. You have a lot of posts which have more meaning to me than most others. Many of yours have to do with spirituality (not religion). And you seem like a very sensitive person. Can we talk? PM me, if yes.

Hard to find, sort of like love. I have a friend, that I've known since I was 8 and we've been in and out of each other's lives here and there as life has passed, but we can always pick up where we left off. We know everything about each other and no judgement, but we do keep it real. So, you can find it, but it is a unicorn.

There are millions of authentic people in the world.
The catch is...if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got. Change your attitude and perception of things, love and forgive yourself.

You never know, you just focus on being yourself, let some people in. Harder than it sounds I know.

Hold your own hand, hug yourself, tell yourself you rock (because you do).....if people took the time they would see you. You're worth it I promise

I know how you feel. It’s not easy I know. It was late in life before I me a few good people like that. Don’t give up.

would you allow yourself to open your barriers slightly and build for a new opportunity to meet new friends?

I have a few luckily but once I move they move or whatever than I know it will be gone

Well, it starts with an honest conversation and giving someone a chance.

You need to treat yourself as a genuine friend first.

I don't believe anyone was "meant" to be alone.

You'll find it.... hang in there

Awww such a shame