Looking To Get More Friends

[Mario_Sonic]

Hey, I have been suffering with depression since 2019 and I've been diagnosed with schizophrenia since 2022. I was suggested to come on here by my Nan considering that I don't often go online to talk to people, as I had a tricky struggle with social media, specifically Instagram which caused me to turn on social media completely. I'm here mainly to meet some new friends, even though I have my best friend who lives in the city and one of my other mates who I see at a group I go to. But sometimes I feel like it's not enough. I'm hoping to meet some people my age as I'm 20, and looking for more friends, and hopefully a girl mate, down the track. What I mean is, I want a girl my age who I can hang out with in a similar vein to my best friend, but who can also give me a hug from time to time.

[Mario_Sonic]

Sorry, forgot to mention that I also have Autism as well.

[Mario_Sonic]

My name is Liam

[Mario_Sonic]

Oh and before I forget, I have a psychiatrist and I'm on medication so I'm all good in the way of suicidal thoughts or self harming thoughts.

[Mario_Sonic]

Hey guys. I'm here because I found this one when I was looking at the other forums and I'm 20, so I figured maybe this one would be the right one for me. I feel like I need a girl mate, not a girlfriend, a girl mate. What I mean by a "girl mate" is that I want a girl who I can hang out with in a similar vein to my best friend, and someone who I can get a hug from when I'm feeling sad. Besides that, I also feel like I need more friends as I only have my aforementioned best friend who lives in the city and one of my other mates who I see at a group I go to on Mondays.

[Mario_Sonic]

Does anyone have similar interests to me? I'm into gaming, (Mario, Sonic, and Zelda), story writing, stand up comedy, (Specifically Luke McGregor, Celia Pacquola, Kitty Flanagan, Tom Gleeson, Jim Jefferies,), I also like nostalgia from different eras of kids TV whether that be ABC For Kids, ABC 3, or even CBeebies, I'm also a massive Wiggles fan and I also like shows like Play School, In The Night Garden, and Maddie's Do You Know, just to name a few. I'm 20, and my name's Liam if anyone's curious.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Mario_Sonic,

Thank you so much for sharing your post with us. We really appreciate you opening up here - it takes courage, especially after having some less-than-positive experiences on other platforms. We're glad you've found your way to this space.

This community is a welcoming place to connect with others online. While we’re not able to share details that allow for offline contact, many people find that it’s actually easier to be open and honest here than in face-to-face settings. There’s something comforting about connecting in a space where you can truly be yourself.

It sounds like you have some good friendships already, which is wonderful. Still, it’s completely understandable to be seeking a bit more companionship. Making new connections as an adult can be tricky. Have you thought about any ways you might meet new people, or are there any ideas you’ve been considering?

In the meantime, we are here for you as your virtual friend group! Feel free to keep us updated on how things are going, and if you do make a new connection, we’d love to celebrate that with you 🙂

Thanks again for reaching out!

Warm regards,
Sophie M
 

[Mario_Sonic]

Hey Sophie. Thank you. Well, I haven't really been considering any ideas nor any ways I might meet new people. I am currently going to this group rn in the country area but I don't feel like I click with anyone there apart from one of my mates, who goes there. And my best friend is pretty busy with college so that makes it all the more harder for me. I guess that's why I decided to come on here, and vent, y'know? I will admit, I've been going through a hard time right now. But seeing a message like this makes my day so thank you.

[Mario_Sonic]

Also, I will be going to another group soon to replace my Friday one. And another thing, I am trying really hard with this whole finding new friends thing. I've been to multiple things before in my childhood, and I even tried a basketball group which is on Wednesdays, but unfortunately, since I'm not sporty, that was kinda tricky. And I am going out and trying to meet new people but there's just no one I click with, y'know?

[SilverFae]

Hi! I'm new here too. You can call me Silver or Fae, 21, she/her. I hope your new Friday group thing went well! I absolutely get how hard it is to make new friends, especially when finding things/activities enjoyable is hard with depression. Hope you're doing well!