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I'd be happy to have a phone conversation with you. Perhaps over skype or google chat? Could definitely use some practice here myself. PM me if you're interested.

You can be more a part of the conversation if you pick up your pace. This is something you can improve by practicing, to some extent. Broaden your interests so you can talk to Fletcher's friends as well. In addition, try volunteering and you'll be able to meet new people and practice talking to...

I admire that you speak what you believe. And there is certainly truth to what you say. If I can interpret correctly, part of what you're saying is that people come here eventually end up trying to make themselves feel better, but they do not necessarily follow up with making lasting changes in...

you say you think that there's something wrong with you. can you be specific and give a few examples? your posts make it sound as if you think you have to hide who you are, but the situation isn't that bad. to answer your question, why am I still lonely?, you have to know realistically what...

If you don't mind me asking, what do you think it is about you that you have to lie about?

keep trying Alex. Make more of an effort to meet people. College should be a great opportunity. One tip of advice: For many, depending on your line of work, it's significantly harder to meet people after college. Make long lasting friendships now. I graduated 2 years ago.

Have you felt this way when you were a kid? Did you have to go out of your way to fit in with the crowd or get others' (maybe your parents' or siblings') attention?

Understood. You're absolutely right, but so am I. We're talking about differing degrees here. Shades of grey. The best way to handle making a new friendship is to be flexible to everyone's needs. Certain people enjoy giving love more than others. Accept that love from them. Certain people need...

How can we help those here to better heal their loneliness and recover or make new friendships? Just wanted to get any creative ideas flowing. Thanks.

I think I know what you're saying. True. Long term friendships take precedence for some people. However, you can make friendships with these people and that starts with making acquaintances and then really trying to grow a few of those into longer term relationships. Usually, the older people...

1) A car which I still owe money What's wrong with this? Many people purchase their cars on credit. You'll pay it off one day, but how long will this take? Make regular payments to your car and guesstimate when you'll have it paid off. Mark this day on your calendar to celebrate! 2) no house...