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But I decided that I was going to give it a shot- push past my tendencies and fears- because I would really like to make some new friends. So I’m doing the following: 1) Reading relevant material online- like tips and stuff 2) Reaching out to old friends- I find this less stressful than reaching out to a new person (I’m meeting an old friend for coffee this weekend) 3) Saying hello to colleagues when I come in to work (instead of shuffling past) 4. Practicing my conversation skills with my family. 5) Attending events and starting a conversation with someone (future challenge). My ‘steps’ may seem overwhelming but you can always try those relevant to you. Also I’m being very deliberate about forming new relationships which means PUSHING PAST my TENDENCIES and FEARS- focusing on the present- not dwelling on the past and trying to be less anxious about future outcomes.
If you don’t mind me asking, what’s your lifestyle like? Are you studying etc?

Sorry for the extra long post.