I’ve always been kind of introverted and I know it’s harder for us but the truth is, when I have stepped out of my comfort zone and try to nurture a friendship out of an acuaintance I normally have received a stand-offish demeanor. Mostly from women. I don’t know why because I’m a down to earth, caring and empathetic person. Males are much easier to actually talk to and share with, but since I’m married I cannot actually hang out with them. So they’re friends at work only. But with females you always need to be “on.” Seems like you have to be witty and chatty and trendy and I’m just not good at that stuff. I don’t much like talking on the phone either. Give me a decent person who likes someone for who they are, one you can relax with and be comfortable with moments of silence when they occur. Anyways, I have always felt there is something inherently wrong with me, that I just can’t put my finger on, that makes other people not want to get close.
Be yourself. Stop trying too hard.
People will get used to you, You have opinions, express them. If people don’t like your opinions, don’t worry about it. No one likes all of anyone else’s opinions. You will find others who feel the same way you do.
Enjoy the gift of life, it ends too soon.