I want to go out into the world again, how?

Question

I've isolated myself for the last couple years, mostly because of social anxiety and social hatred (lets just say i was ignored at school, and also teased a little). But I feel like I'm wasting my life and I miss the couple good friends I used to see. I'm 17 and I want to meet new people and develop relationships and have fun and be myself etc. What is a good first step? and how do I avoid falling back into isolation? I'm ready to bring on the world again! I've got nothing to lose right?

Answer 1

well huny u r jjust 17...u have ur whole life ahead of u u cant spoil it ...coz of some bad experiences in school..my school life was miserable too..but that just tought me how too judge people...u have too look fr the good in every thing..... this is ow v lear....u cannot do this every time...some one hurts u...ir u fall down...u get up and face the world...just go out for a cip of coffee...even if u go alone...ask a gal out....dats it...n one bottom line..dont expect way too much out of people...ok all the best !

Answer 2

Yes you are right, you have nothing to lose.  Admittion is the first sign of recovery.  Now that you have discovered this be proud of yourself.  Give yourself time to go out into the world.  Baby steps are involved, do things a little bit at a time.  I am very sorry for the torment you went through.  Only you are the one who decides whether or not you will allow yourself to fall back.  You can do this, you are valuable, and the world has not discovered knowing the wonderful person that you are.