i don't really have close friends at school

i'm not close with anyone at my school. i have people i can hang out with in a big group, but i sort of feel like an outsider, and i never know who i can hang out with at lunch. i just float around. wherever i go, i feel like an outsider and it genuinely feels so lonely. i used to not be able to go to school because i was so depressed because of it, but my attendance has really suffered and my parents will literally drag me to school. help, how do i actually be a part of their group and not on the outside? am i just not likeable? i'm closeish with a few people in the group, advice needed, thank u

Reply 1

cutebird3

hey, I felt the same sometimes. sometimes friend groups are just so close and it is hard to get to know people deeper. there is nothing wrong with you, and it can help to hang out outside of school too, which is what helped me. also try to engage in convos more and force yourself into the middle of the group, speak loud and clear, people will notice you more and what you have to offer as a friend to them. best of luck :smile:

Reply 2

Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

hey, my advice is try to get closer to the people in the group u know better, start convos, topics u can both relate to, tell them interesting or funny stories about urself. maybe even try to get close to a new friend group that u like. I would say the best way to make friends is to be an interesting person with lots to say and have confidence. Also try adding new people on social media - alot of friends become closer online!