Struggling to Connect with Others and Find Purpose

I've always been bad at meeting people as well, but I've found that just smiling and being nice to people you pass by often leads them to start a conversation! If you're uncomfortable going up to people like I am, try smiling or complimenting a few people while you're out doing your daily things, it's tough at first but the more you talk to strangers, the more chances you have of them becoming a great friend!