trouble connecting with people

I have no advice to offer but I just want to say you're not alone in this. I've been playing ffxiv for a year now and just like in other mmos i've played i still struggle to interact with other players.

I only made like 2 friends and it's just people I see in town a lot and we /wave at eachother. Everything else I do solo. I've been in 3 FCs but i end up leaving after a couple days because everyone has their own cliques and I would feel odd if i suddenly started participating in their events or conversations, or that i'd make a fool of myself. I'm quite aware im socially awkward.

It sucks so bad because I want some friends to socialize with but my own insecurities hold me back from doing anything. I'm pretty sure the people who see me in-game think im weird for not having an FC and always being alone.

I know i most likely need therapy, but I'm just gonna lurk here for advice.

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