I have no social skills

[CreativeUsername]

I have severe social anxiety, and because of that I've been homeschooling for the past two years. The only friends I have are the ones that I had before this all started. Even with them when we hang out its very quiet, and I don't say much. I think I'm getting better because of therapy and prescriptions, and I'm going to try and go back to school this year. I want to try and make friends, but I don't know how to do it. I haven't made new friends since middle school and I'm in high school now. I don't like most popular stuff in music or TV or even books. I don't know what friends do when they hang out. Just help me in any way you can. Please.

[Vermilion]

Be yourself. You will find someone with similar interests as you

[Interstellar]

GET INVOLVED!!!! Join a club or play a sport. Find something you're interested in and you'll meet tons of people that are into the same kinds of things. Even though you might be scared to do it at first, just know that you most likely aren't the only one who has trouble making friends and some of the people you meet may be in the same exact position as you are:)

[Freckles]

As said above, just be yourself. Don't try too hard to impress people or to try to be something you're not. You'll just end up getting hurt. Maybe have someone coach you on your social skills and practice with them.

[jennyem]

You need to stop fearing being awkward. Let it be, some people will always like you and some people will always not. Don't try to impress anyone. If you think saying something is awkward, who cares, just say it. you'll be fine but dont worry or stress yourself about it!