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I feel like an outsider

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I know I'm not the only one in this situation, but it always feels like other people are happy to interact with each other while I'm always left on the sidelines. I don't know why I feel bad about it since I don't really want to hang out with other people but I still feel bad that I'm left out nonetheless...

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  • Honestly, it is a horrible situation to be in.  I myself haven't had a friend for years now, I just can't relate to anyone!  I think what could help, correct me if I'm wrong, is joining a community full of others like you.  Not necessarily a group of other neurodiverse people, but people with a similar interest.  Even if for the first few months you just lurk, you will see that you are not alone.  I know that many Autistic people find their passions to be videogames or comics, academics or reading, and there are so many people out there who have these interests too.

    You could even post on here to start with.  Many people can bond over a shared loneliness, but that will only take you so far in a conversation.  I recommend asking people about their interests or even asking if they share yours, even if it's just to say that you've tried it.

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  • Honestly, it is a horrible situation to be in.  I myself haven't had a friend for years now, I just can't relate to anyone!  I think what could help, correct me if I'm wrong, is joining a community full of others like you.  Not necessarily a group of other neurodiverse people, but people with a similar interest.  Even if for the first few months you just lurk, you will see that you are not alone.  I know that many Autistic people find their passions to be videogames or comics, academics or reading, and there are so many people out there who have these interests too.

    You could even post on here to start with.  Many people can bond over a shared loneliness, but that will only take you so far in a conversation.  I recommend asking people about their interests or even asking if they share yours, even if it's just to say that you've tried it.

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