Comment by tirthsvora

Look, I’m 23 and had the same problem when I was 19 and entered college.

I have really good friends now. The actionable advice I would give is:

1. Be genuine and don’t fake yourself. Don’t try to behave in a way you think might impress someone, and don’t force yourself in trying to become someone else to become friends with someone. (Take this as a fundamental advice and I will reference it)

2. Put yourself out there. Try to be more of an extrovert. Approach people for help, If you wanna talk to someone, just talk. (And take advice 1 here, don’t fake yourself).

3. Look, there are definitely people out there who are your type and you’d be great friends. It’s just you have to keep putting yourself out there until you ‘find’ or ‘attract’ the right kind of people. Participate in events, be a part of communities.

It won’t happen if you consciously try. Don’t be on a lookout, just try to express yourself and take all opportunities to socialise.