Hi Grace,

The person who called you an attention whore, probably got their azz handed to them when THEY wanted/needed attention. So naturally they will resent anyone else who dares (!) to ask for it. It was probably that one person, that one time.

The next time you are afraid of being an attention whore, program yourself to think of “It’s Just That Guy” complete with an eyeroll.

People don’t text you because they are afraid of texting. Most people think, “Sure, I’m a casual friend, but am I Pandemic Worthy?” Trust me when I say: You are Pandemic Worthy! Make a list of people to check on. Believe me when I say that they will be touched and thrilled that someone is thinking of THEM! Yes, they think of you too, but they themselves don’t think they are Pandemic Worthy either. Self appoint yourself as the Pandemic Leader. No one else is. Everyone else is sheltered in. Girl, I don’t even Zoom, that’s how isolated this has naturally made me.

A lot (A LOT!) of singles are in the same boat.

Stay Healthy, Stay Safe,

Inky