So, September is my first year in high school (year 9). I have literally no friends in my class or half. @iiSarcastic is one of my only friends in that school and she's in a different class and half than me (halves don't matter in year 9 but in year 10 they do, and we stay in the same classes throughout year 9 and 10). Halves only get to see eachother before school, break and at the end. It's sad. I have no friends in my class. Everyone says I'll make new friends but I'm so awkward and mess up at everything. I know I probably will make friends but I just don't want to drift away from any of my friends I have ATM. Please help.
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Hey,
You are not alone TylerJcseph.
I had to move to a completely different school year 9. I sat alone the first day on an empty bench in the quad. I felt what those students I saw, sitting alone like how I was, felt. It's an awful feeling. Luckily I found some people through my classes that I hang out with now. Although, now I am going to year 11 and I might not have any of them in the same class. What keeps me going is thinking that class is for me to be successful and not be distracted by others. This is time for work and break I'll be happily re-united with those I'm with.
It is hard. Especially when the teacher says get in groups. What I do is look around to find those in the same situation as me. Because I know I'm not the only one dealing through this. So I pair up with them, ask for their name, and maybe even shake their hand. Then I know that person would probably be someone I could refer back to in that class.
But maybe with your classes, you are sure to make other friends. Sometimes also finding those classmates with the same interests would be much easier to become friends with.Maybe all it will take is a little bravery. I would never have found a whole group of amazing friends if I had just sat there alone and let my nerves overcome me. Although you may be even lucky for people to notice you and come up to you. The best place to start would probably be in a class.
I know it's hard because you know they have their friends already, and you may feel like you'll be intruding. But trust me, just Have a little courage. That's key.
Plus, how did you meet @iiSarcastic ? Or did you always know each other?
I hope everything goes well for you. You'll be in my prayers.
P.S.
Think about those who have it worse. You would be just as lucky to speak the same language.
Good luck
You are not alone TylerJcseph.
I had to move to a completely different school year 9. I sat alone the first day on an empty bench in the quad. I felt what those students I saw, sitting alone like how I was, felt. It's an awful feeling. Luckily I found some people through my classes that I hang out with now. Although, now I am going to year 11 and I might not have any of them in the same class. What keeps me going is thinking that class is for me to be successful and not be distracted by others. This is time for work and break I'll be happily re-united with those I'm with.
It is hard. Especially when the teacher says get in groups. What I do is look around to find those in the same situation as me. Because I know I'm not the only one dealing through this. So I pair up with them, ask for their name, and maybe even shake their hand. Then I know that person would probably be someone I could refer back to in that class.
But maybe with your classes, you are sure to make other friends. Sometimes also finding those classmates with the same interests would be much easier to become friends with.Maybe all it will take is a little bravery. I would never have found a whole group of amazing friends if I had just sat there alone and let my nerves overcome me. Although you may be even lucky for people to notice you and come up to you. The best place to start would probably be in a class.
I know it's hard because you know they have their friends already, and you may feel like you'll be intruding. But trust me, just Have a little courage. That's key.
Plus, how did you meet @iiSarcastic ? Or did you always know each other?
I hope everything goes well for you. You'll be in my prayers.
P.S.
Think about those who have it worse. You would be just as lucky to speak the same language.
Good luck
Hey, Tyler.
I'm sorry to hear that you don't know anyone in your class this year. I know it can be hard to make new friends. I was in public school from Kindergarten to 1st Grade, then I was homeschooled all the way through high school. I ended up going to a big homeschooling group where we took academic and extracurricular classes, and it was hard at times to talk to new people.
Like Rose said, try to have a little courage, especially if you see people who look like they're in the same boat as you. Chances are you'll have a better time making new friends if you don't keep to yourself. Try to open yourself up a bit and get to know people. I know the prospect of High School can seem threatening, but it's far easier when you make friends along the way. Don't rush yourself, and don't worry if you don't find anyone who shares the same interests as you right away. And of course, you know that you can always fall back on us; we're here for you, Tyler.
Good luck! I'll be praying for you.
I'm sorry to hear that you don't know anyone in your class this year. I know it can be hard to make new friends. I was in public school from Kindergarten to 1st Grade, then I was homeschooled all the way through high school. I ended up going to a big homeschooling group where we took academic and extracurricular classes, and it was hard at times to talk to new people.
Like Rose said, try to have a little courage, especially if you see people who look like they're in the same boat as you. Chances are you'll have a better time making new friends if you don't keep to yourself. Try to open yourself up a bit and get to know people. I know the prospect of High School can seem threatening, but it's far easier when you make friends along the way. Don't rush yourself, and don't worry if you don't find anyone who shares the same interests as you right away. And of course, you know that you can always fall back on us; we're here for you, Tyler.
Good luck! I'll be praying for you.
Hey,
You are not alone TylerJcseph.
I had to move to a completely different school year 9. I sat alone the first day on an empty bench in the quad. I felt what those students I saw, sitting alone like how I was, felt. It's an awful feeling. Luckily I found some people through my classes that I hang out with now. Although, now I am going to year 11 and I might not have any of them in the same class. What keeps me going is thinking that class is for me to be successful and not be distracted by others. This is time for work and break I'll be happily re-united with those I'm with.
It is hard. Especially when the teacher says get in groups. What I do is look around to find those in the same situation as me. Because I know I'm not the only one dealing through this. So I pair up with them, ask for their name, and maybe even shake their hand. Then I know that person would probably be someone I could refer back to in that class.
But maybe with your classes, you are sure to make other friends. Sometimes also finding those classmates with the same interests would be much easier to become friends with.Maybe all it will take is a little bravery. I would never have found a whole group of amazing friends if I had just sat there alone and let my nerves overcome me. Although you may be even lucky for people to notice you and come up to you. The best place to start would probably be in a class.
I know it's hard because you know they have their friends already, and you may feel like you'll be intruding. But trust me, just Have a little courage. That's key.
Plus, how did you meet @iiSarcastic ? Or did you always know each other?
I hope everything goes well for you. You'll be in my prayers.
P.S.
Think about those who have it worse. You would be just as lucky to speak the same language.
Good luck
Thank you so much
I met @iiSarcastic in year 6 because she turned around and was like "HEY HOW ARE YOU", which was pretty funny.Thank you very much
I'm not that good at inspirationalness, but I'll try.
Yes, making friends is very hard. Like seriously, it's hard. I only have 3 actual friends in my school to this day, and I only got to really call them a "Friend" last year. I'm just going to tell you how I met my best friend @Teah because it was completely a coincidence. We are both complete book nerds and one day I noticed her reading a book from my favorite author, and I asked her about it and it turned out we read the same kinds of books and had the same favorite author. So with that said, try to find someone who has the same interests like @Rose Rosales mentioned. I also have made a few friends out of people who are similar to me in small ways, such as listening to music all the time.
So yes, the best advice I can give is have some courage and talk to someone. Maybe they will indeed have the same interests as you or be similar in some way. Most people are open to talking if you try. That's how I met Teah. Even though we got in trouble for talking in the middle of a presentation right after we met each other, it was worth it. So yeah, talk to someone, find out more about them. They may not even have the same interests as you, but you could still turn out good friends.
I hope you find some friends to talk to and hang out with! Good luck!
Yes, making friends is very hard. Like seriously, it's hard. I only have 3 actual friends in my school to this day, and I only got to really call them a "Friend" last year. I'm just going to tell you how I met my best friend @Teah because it was completely a coincidence. We are both complete book nerds and one day I noticed her reading a book from my favorite author, and I asked her about it and it turned out we read the same kinds of books and had the same favorite author. So with that said, try to find someone who has the same interests like @Rose Rosales mentioned. I also have made a few friends out of people who are similar to me in small ways, such as listening to music all the time.
So yes, the best advice I can give is have some courage and talk to someone. Maybe they will indeed have the same interests as you or be similar in some way. Most people are open to talking if you try. That's how I met Teah. Even though we got in trouble for talking in the middle of a presentation right after we met each other, it was worth it. So yeah, talk to someone, find out more about them. They may not even have the same interests as you, but you could still turn out good friends.
I hope you find some friends to talk to and hang out with! Good luck!
I'm not that good at inspirationalness, but I'll try.
Yes, making friends is very hard. Like seriously, it's hard. I only have 3 actual friends in my school to this day, and I only got to really call them a "Friend" last year. I'm just going to tell you how I met my best friend @Teah because it was completely a coincidence. We are both complete book nerds and one day I noticed her reading a book from my favorite author, and I asked her about it and it turned out we read the same kinds of books and had the same favorite author. So with that said, try to find someone who has the same interests like @Rose Rosales mentioned. I also have made a few friends out of people who are similar to me in small ways, such as listening to music all the time.
So yes, the best advice I can give is have some courage and talk to someone. Maybe they will indeed have the same interests as you or be similar in some way. Most people are open to talking if you try. That's how I met Teah. Even though we got in trouble for talking in the middle of a presentation right after we met each other, it was worth it. So yeah, talk to someone, find out more about them. They may not even have the same interests as you, but you could still turn out good friends.
I hope you find some friends to talk to and hang out with! Good luck!
Thank you so much
Don't be nervous about messing up, just be yourself! If your friends don't like yourself, are they really friends?
Ayyy we have something in common other than liking cats and the prospect of unoriginal game modes
Just let us know if you need help with anything else! Of course, don't stop talking to people you already know in person. They will help you, too, if need be!Thank you very much
Way better than public school tbh. My schedule was so flexible.
Guys, let's stay on topic, please?
Imagine the same amount of work you do, only being at home and also no dress code or schedule. And your teacher is your mom but she lets you do your own stuff sometimes
Dude I know how it feels, my first year in highschool and I don't share any classes with my best friend. All I can say is uh.. good luck.
Thank you so much
Thank you very much
It was pretty funny when we met but I'm really sorry that I'm not going to be with you but I will force you to stay in touch with me because you're one of my best friends and I will not let you go, even if you don't want to stay friends with me and get sick of me I will stay with you and keep forcing you to talk to me
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Only because I love you (not in a creepy way)It was pretty funny when we met but I'm really sorry that I'm not going to be with you but I will force you to stay in touch with me because you're one of my best friends and I will not let you go, even if you don't want to stay friends with me and get sick of me I will stay with you and keep forcing you to talk to me
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