Reply #3: Approaching complete strangers is the worst way

[IronLionZion]

There are organized social events that make it more comfortable. Consider checking out sites like meetup or meetin. You can find something that interests you and go to it, then you will meet people with common interests since you're there doing the same stuff together. I like dinners because I'm a foodie and you can talk to people but there are many other sorts of events like volunteering or outdoor stuff.

That's a start. I'm at a place where I don't have a close relationship with anyone and it seems to work for me. If I want to do something I can usually find someone who will hang out, but nobody really cares about me and I don't really care about anyone. Oh well.