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everyone is in the same boat
Other people are looking for new friends too, as most come in with no friends, and I’m sure will be happy to meet you. Just put yourself out there with the knowledge that everyone is in the same situation as you, looking to meet new people. I used to be really introverted before uni but now some people even call me an extrovert. You have so much to gain from societies so go to whatever interests you, to meet new people and participate in new activities, especially at this time of the year when the term is just starting up again! Even the people on society committees may have started out anxious when they first joined. Only thing is some sports societies might be more competitive and may be teams only, but there should still be plenty that are open to beginners if you’re new to the sport. Many people seem to only come in for the lectures and leave afterwards. But for those who do get involved in societies, uni goes from just a place for learning to a place of great fun too, which makes you look forward to every day :)
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@sniffle
Jan 26, 2025
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@imissboygenius444
Thank you so much! I already love trail running, swimming and cycling so I was thinking something along those lines! :)
Jan 26, 2025
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@sniffle
imissboygenius444 I know my uni does swimming and athletics and while I don’t do them, I do know that they’re open to all levels and the people in them are very kind, so I hope your uni will be the same :) should be, I find our generation to be pretty cool and inclusive. So go check your societies out and good luck, hope you make some great friends out of it!
Jan 26, 2025

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Be yourself
If you're in your city for school or work, it's easy to get into conversation with someone. The good old water cooler talk can lead to friendships. If you're more introverted all i can say is try to step out of your comfort zone. Even if it's hard, a small thing can have huge effects. Maybe if you have a specific hobby, like a sport, you could join a club or workshop. You'll definitely meet like minded people every where.
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@sashasimval
Oct 3, 2024
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join the communities u want to join
ur answer is right in ur description.. ur anxiety is stopping u from enjoying university more. join those clubs. pull up to a meeting and just simply ask questions. everyone’s also just a human being too. if it’s too late, try again next semester.
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@kiva
Jan 26, 2025
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there are lots of people who don’t know you yet, who’re waiting to meet you
I know that it feels like you’re waiting to find your people, and it’s isolating and lonely and I want to affirm that that’s hard— but in the same way that you are waiting, your people are out there waiting to meet you. I understand the difficulties of an anti-social campus, but I encourage you to find clubs, events, and activities that you already enjoy, because whoever you meet there already has something in common with you. If you have a class with anyone who you think is cool, thinks in a way you admire, or whose writing you like— tell them. There’s nothing more affirming than feeling noticed by a classmate, and I met my closest girlfriends that way. You could try an intramural sports league, or a climbing gym, or a book club. I promise you’ll find your friends, they’re looking for you too.
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