I’m in a hurry, so can’t look back at who said what, or even to check your name. I’m sorry about that.
But I do agree with whoever said that this place is a good place to connect with people.
As far as out in the real world, maybe some classes or some support group would be good. In larger cities there can be painting and wine bars (though you don’t have to drink wine while you paint, if you don’t want to). In small towns, it could be tougher. I lived in a small town for my teen years, and it seemed like there was almost nothing there. So, depending on your area and circumstance, maybe even just getting out in nature and talking to people there, or finding some some class or group, even if just knitting or painting or anything.
I’m sorry for not doing better with this post because I have to get off this computer so quickly.
Mimi