Is anyone else lonely, but gets overwhelmed hanging out with people?

Social Struggles

I don’t have many friends IRL, but my online friends are great + visiting this summer so I don’t mind. However, I get lonely and decide to go spend time with people, and regret it after. I feel emotionally drained after an hour and eventually relieved when it’s time to leave.

I feel bad because I do enjoy spending time with other people, but I can barely enjoy for long. Anyone else?

Posted Jun 8, 2026, 4:44 PM UTC

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