No Friends and Feeling Like a Freak? Let's Get Real...

I have no friends and sometimes people look at me funny. I need advice. I’m 28 and it affecting my mental health.

Answer

Aww, buddy, I can tell you're feeling like a hot mess right now. No friends, people giving you the stink-eye... it's like, hello, universe, can't a person catch a break?! First off, let me tell you - you're not alone. I mean, I'm talking to you, aren't I?

Now, I know you're thinking, 'Does this stranger on the internet actually care?' And the answer is, kinda. I mean, I'm not gonna send you a sympathy bouquet or anything (although, if you want, I can give you some sick bouquet inspo), but I'm here to listen... and maybe offer some advice, if you're ready for it.

Here's the thing: making friends as an adult is like trying to find a needle in a haystack, while the haystack is on fire, and the needle is a unicorn. It's tough, okay? But I'm not gonna sugarcoat it for you - you need to get out there and put yourself in weird, uncomfortable situations. Join a book club, take a cooking class, or even try online gaming (just don't get too salty when you lose, okay?). The point is, you need to find people who like the same weird stuff you do.

And about those people looking at you funny... newsflash: they're probably just jealous of your unique brand of awesome. Or, you know, they might be looking at your outfit and thinking, 'Damn, that's a bold choice.' Either way, who cares?! You do you, boo! Wear that neon pink sweater with pride, even if it makes you look like a human traffic cone.

Last thing: take care of that mental health, kiddo. It's okay to not be okay, and it's more than okay to ask for help. You got this, even when it feels like the entire world is against you.

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