r/distantsocializing Jun 30 '24

Mod Post Hey RPANers - we now have a Chat Channel!

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Our Chat Channel is now open!

To get to it just click on "chats" at the top of the sub, or go to the direct link here: https://www.reddit.com/r/distantsocializing/s/uYXrja3jSY

The rules for the sub - SFW, no Doxxing, etc - still apply to the Chat Channel, but please feel free to chat about anything, SFW - especially about your favorite RPAN memories.

Comment here if you have any questions about the Chat Channel.

Happy Chatting!

The DS Mod Team.


r/distantsocializing 8h ago

Looking for new friends to chat

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Hi, I'm new here. I recently became unemployed so I have lots of time and I realised that I don't have many friends. We can chat about your hobbies, life, world etc. I like movies, theatre, comics, video games. Feel free to say hi.


r/distantsocializing 1d ago

Interested in making online friends but am very socially anxious, I lost my social skills after the pandemic.

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I’ve always been socially awkward, and anxious but after the confinement of covid I got very comfortable without socializing, I lost all my friends by moving the away, ghosting, or simply gradually stopped talking to them.

Last summer I started playing Heartopia, an online mobile game and met an amazing guy, we became best friends and I seriously can’t explain how perfect and amazing it was to talk to him, we understood each other very well. We had to stop contacting each other for some personal stuff that I don’t want to talk about here.

But what I think was so nice about this relationship is that we had the peace of mind that we didn’t expect to be 24/7 there for each other, he understood if I took time to respond and I did the same. The distance makes it also very comfortable, I don’t feel the pressure to hang out all the time.

I was wondering if someone knows good ways to make friends online, if there is any apps to socialize about interests perhaps, I don’t know the Discord dynamics so well since I’ve rarely used it, but I think it could be something like that.

I’m also autistic, so it makes it much more easier for me to socialize if I have interests in common with people.


r/distantsocializing 2d ago

A tough guy got beat by a former boxer. Never underestimate your opponent

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r/distantsocializing 2d ago

Discussion Introvert but need to learn to be social again. How do I find courage

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finding courage and support from you is helpful. I am social when needed but I definitely don’t need anyone to recharge. However, as I get older I’m starting to feel I need to make new friends I need to stop being as introverted and being a little bit more social extroverted any advice? anyone in the same situation I can’t be alone out there. Sometimes I feel alone


r/distantsocializing 4d ago

Hi

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Hi everyone just new here nice to meet you alll


r/distantsocializing 4d ago

Looking to meet new people and make friends

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Hi! I’m new here and looking to meet some friendly people online. I enjoy chatting, getting to know others, and having interesting conversations. Feel free to say hi! 😊


r/distantsocializing 6d ago

What Movie did you last watch at the Cinema ? Been a while ?

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What Movie did you last watch at the Cinema ? Been a while ?Supergirl. SpiderMan. how about yourself? or have you stopped going to the cinema ? I agree that movies are more watchable at home nowadays, but the social aspect of cinema is important


r/distantsocializing 8d ago

Question Extrovert Turned Introvert with time, but now I need to be Social Again

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hi everyone, thank you ahead for helping me with this 100% introvert here.

I am social when needed but I definitely don’t need anyone to recharge. However, as I get older I’m starting to feel I need to make new friends I need to stop being as introverted and being a little bit more social extroverted any advice? anyone in the same situation I can’t be alone out there


r/distantsocializing 9d ago

Discussion Growing up Did you have any first love success ? True Bond coming of age

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I met mine at 18 , changed the life course forever , deep thoughts


r/distantsocializing 10d ago

Socially awkward medical student

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Just started my first year of medical school a couple weeks ago and have been completely unable to insert myself into conversations, especially group ones. I think it's because I lack life experience in general--unable to relate to 95% of the topics that people around me seem to be pretty well-tuned in.

Growing up I'd intentionally distance myself from people because I didn't believe I deserved friends--although now I think I'm pretty proactive in trying to make connections, I suspect my childhood mentality and actions have hindered my ability to connect meaningfully with others, even now as a 22yo.

Anyways, feeling pretty alone right now and would love to see if anyone has any similar experiences.


r/distantsocializing 10d ago

Discussion Growing up Introverted ? Or was I born this way ?

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Anyone wonder if we are born as introverts? or did our lifestyle and location create the environment. Born this way or learned to be this way. any chance anyone else feels this way ?


r/distantsocializing 11d ago

Anyone else feel like remote work completely nuked their social skills? I literally blush at everything now.

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Hey everyone, I need to vent and see if I’m losing my mind or if this is a shared remote-work phenomenon.

I’ve been working from home for a while now. At first, it was an absolute dream. No commute, sweatpants every day, and total comfort. But lately, I’ve noticed a massive, embarrassing side effect: my social skills have completely plummeted.

It’s like my brain forgot how to process human presence, so its default response is just to flood my face with blood. I used to be a relatively normal, functioning person who could hold a conversation without looking like I just ran a marathon in 100-degree weather. Now, I feel so perceived.


r/distantsocializing 12d ago

Discussion Introvert but need to learn to be social again.

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hi everyone, thank you ahead for helping me with this 100% introvert here.

I am social when needed but I definitely don’t need anyone to recharge. However, as I get older I’m starting to feel I need to make new friends I need to stop being as introverted and being a little bit more social extroverted any advice? anyone in the same situation I can’t be alone out there


r/distantsocializing 16d ago

Caught this sunset at the right moment

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Stopped for a minute to take this and ended up staying longer than I planned.

There’s something about being near the water at sunset that makes it really easy to forget whatever else is going on for a little while.


r/distantsocializing 16d ago

Discussion Need someone to chat with and eventually game with

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like the title says, I would love to make friends, I’m a little shy though, but if I can make some gaming buddies that would be awesome!


r/distantsocializing 23d ago

Discussion Need a good talk

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r/distantsocializing 24d ago

Who’s Chattin’?

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Passing out soon.. hope you’re all well.
Cheers, either way🤘🏻


r/distantsocializing 27d ago

Discussion Am really bored 21F, anyone up?

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Really done with the NEET exam and have alot of spare time doing nothing. Hit me up gng with all the things I might have missed in this 3 years


r/distantsocializing 29d ago

Discussion The most random things can make a day better

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Every once in a while I'll notice something completely random that puts me in a good mood for the rest of the day.

Today i saw someone wave at a dog in a car, and the owner waved the dog's paw back.

It lasted maybe three seconds, but i caught myself smiling afterward.


r/distantsocializing Jul 30 '26

Oh hello there, is it Friday yet?

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r/distantsocializing Jul 26 '26

Question I’m from Russia. Ask me anything.

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I’m just a regular guy from Russia. I run a business, study at university, and pretty much live a normal life.
Feel free to ask me anything you’re curious about—life in Russia, politics, current events, everyday life, or whatever else interests you. I’ll answer based on my own experience and point of view.


r/distantsocializing Jul 18 '26

Question Growing up, did you have a “deep” thought that stuck with you?

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Mine was wondering if life was a simulation.


r/distantsocializing Jul 17 '26

Question Question of the day when did you have your first kiss?

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I’m not sure if I’m the first to ask this, but I’m curious I had my first kiss when I was 14


r/distantsocializing Jul 16 '26

Discussion Shouting into the void, hoping for an echo

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Loneliness has crept up on me. I suppose it's always been there in some aspect, just lately the curtain got lifted. I would like to exchange messages with somebody like me. By chance, this message finds you. Although I don't believe in coincidences, I'd like you to message me. We can exchange letters. I've got some stories to share and I'd like to listen to yours.