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I was bullied when I was young and now find it very hard to make friends
Your history of being picked on at school has a lot do with your feelings of being ‘faulty’. Getting involved in a group of mixed ages would help avoid memories of childhood
TL;DR
- Childhood bullying can have a lasting negative effect on confidence and the ability to form friendships in adulthood.
- Social media, TV, and films often romanticize friendships, presenting an unrealistic picture that differs from reality.
- Joining mixed-age groups can be beneficial for avoiding school-related memories and building new connections.
- It's important to process past trauma and bullying through therapy to help overcome difficulties in trusting others and forming groups.
- Self-acceptance is crucial; the individual is not 'faulty' and has the right to choose who they associate with.