Lately I’ve been feeling stuck socially, so I’d really appreciate hearing real experiences. Has anyone here successfully found a healthy friend group (or even just one close friend) as an adult people you truly consider real friends and feel you genuinely matter to?
If so, how did it happen? Did it come naturally, or did it take a lot of intentional effort? Were you strategic in any way, like prioritizing shared values, similar hobbies/interests, personality.
I’m asking because I feel like I’ve been stuck in a pattern of making friends with the wrong people. I want to take a step back, learn from my past experiences, and figure out how to move forward in a healthier way.