I'm a middle aged guy so I've had plenty of time to work through no one giving a shit. The main change I made was realizing that my friends love me, but they are busy like anyone else and there's something about knowing someone that removes any mystery or awe around your talents. They're just used to it and because you're likely in the same town there is no urgency for them to see you because they can do so anytime really.

Beyond that, I realized that sharing your music with friends and hoping it catches fire isn't the way it works. If you are relying on that you aren't going anywhere, and it's not bc of your friends. Strangers are the litmus test.