Struggling to Make Friends After Trauma

That’s great advice! Thank you.

You aren’t alone. I constantly feel I’m being judged and feel unwanted. It takes a lot for me to think someone truly wants to be my friend and not just like “shutting me up.” I would say maybe join clubs/associations around town. Like a chess club, bingo club or even like pottery class. Something you enjoy and could bond over with others there. Or even support groups online/on fb. Kinda like this but I guess more niche as to the specific traumas you’ve experienced.

Thank you so much. This is good advice.

I’m sorry you’re struggling so much. Be kind to yourself!! One thing at a time!

I don’t think I’m a social expert by any means, but I will say there was a time in my life where I’d get so nervous talking to people I’d have near panic attacks. Now I’m still awkward but I have an easier time a bit. I improved when I started working and had no choice but to interact with people. The more I did it the more I realized the world wouldn’t end if I messed up. That being said I think when you’re lonely you can become so desperate for human contact that you’ll take any treatment. I’ve found comfort with myself and started to realize there’s nothing wrong with waiting for the right kinds of friends.