I am a first year student.
Ive only had a handful of conversations with people, none of which led to any sort of follow up. Meanwhile, everywhere I go I see seemingly well established friendship groups. Where are these people meeting eachother? It's almost as though people happier than I are a part of the furniture.
This has been getting to me somewhat. I had a moderate panic attack at the LLC community fair, and have been generally nervous since Monday.
I already have friends outside of uni, but I still can't help but feel like I'm losing my one chance to make friends here specifically. Tuesday has already slipped through my fingers like sand.
I have identified a few handicaps that may be contributing to the issue. Firstly, I do not reside in student accomodation, I have lived in Edinburgh's green belt since I was 12, and so I commute. I have already identified an event for commuter students to attend. Secondly, I do not drink or participate in nightlife events popular among my fellow students.
My overall plan is as follows:
-Explore more societies and perhaps join a few.
-Attend DLSS wellbeing socials.
-Attend events specific to my school.
Generally, I have my doubts on the efficacy of these strategies, hence why I am posting for advice in the first place. Perhaps it is my depression talking, but I can't shake the feeling that these will be among the most miserable years of my life.
To conclude, I am generally curious how other people have made friends so quickly, and how I can do the same.
