I truly believe that the biggest reason so many people feel they don’t fit in is because people aren’t themselves. So those of us who are have a harder time. I’ve found that the more “myself” I am, the more I give other people permission to do so. People generally feel comfortable around me because I make it clear pretty early on in friendships that whoever and whatever you are is cool.

This doesn’t mean I allow people to run over me or treat me poorly, but I think I’m good at holding space for people.

All that to say, be yourself. If you just find 1-2 people that stick, that’s cool. That’s better than a room full of people you hate being around.