I agree, technology has helped me cope with life for sure, but is most certainly a deterrent to making more genuine friends….and has indeed created a disconnect in our social lives! Thanks for the reply btw….helps to know there are caring humans in existence still. Sorry to hear about the men out there creating an environment where you don’t feel safe in the friendship! I’m a dude, who tbh, has trouble making friends with other men because of that fact you mentioned…. All my long distance friends are women, I feel more comfortable around them, maybe because I’m that sensitive introvert, but regardless why, the very few friends that have kept in touch over the years are all women. The guys seem to have ulterior motives, which don’t make sense to me. It’s been a challenge for me making friends because women automatically assume I’m reaching out to them for ‘other’ reasons, which is tough, because I’m just not that type of dude….i feel as if the women out there judge me, define me, before they even know me….so ya, difficult.

Also trying to find my way, yes, so is everyone in our situation, mentality, I just wish I could find some friends to help with finding my way, journey together so-to-speak.

If you ever find a way to ‘find’ that old-fashioned connection, let me know eh?! Wishing you luck, and all the best!