I’m 15 and going into my sophomore year in a month and it just occurred to me I have no irl friends. I have people on discord that I’ve been talking to for over a year they’re great people but it doesn’t feel like it’s helped me at all talking in real life. I tend to ramble a lot if I do end up starting a conversation until I seem awkward and just shut up altogether. I really want to meet new people and have fun, it seems like all I do now is read, game, or browse social media.
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If your school offers any student clubs and organizations, you may want to look into these. Maybe there is a book club or a gaming club which would expose you to people with your shared interests.
Once you do see these people, how would you approach them? Maybe you could ask if they’re in the club for the same reason – to make friends and do fun things. So you could further say/ask “Are there any club events or activities that you are excited about?”
I remember going to a club event and making eye contact with a stranger so I went up to him, said hi, and asked him about his studies or role, then his friend came over which was good because I had another person to talk to.
I like your shirt-
Where did you get it?
Oh I have been there before, they have great items….
I especially like their hats….
blah blah blah
Humor and common interests is the goals. Lead up to that with surface questions.
Rambling occurs when you don’t have structure.
Practice some role playing with a friend or parent about how to form a conversation.