Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I have been on this site around nine months I guess and haven't formed any real bonds I guess with many of the members. I'm trying to be more active, but I'm really kind of shy. It's hard for me to start up conversations and make friends so to speak? I'm not trying to sound desperate. I just wish I had more friends in the fandom! >.> I'm a really nice person I'd like to think but these things just tend to be very awkward for me. I hope you'll understand. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverreverb 129 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I know the feeling. though I have been here for about...a month now I believe.I joined this site hoping for the same thing. I figured my relative newness (for the lack of a better word) was something that I had to get over to start knowing people here. we can be friends. I normally check this site at least once a day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 That sounds good to me! Feel free to message or add me! I love to interact with people if they iniate the contact. I'm just not good with starting up conversations first... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delirium 208 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I understand 100%. I have trouble starting conversations as well, not as much as I use to but still, the only way I usually start conversations now is by sending a friend a video or something . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naught Important 433 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Same here. I guess I have a good reputation with the people of the forums, but I don't have any true friends on here really. I never have anything to do for half of my day, and it gets really lonely when you're someone like me. I've learned to isolate myself from the people that annoy me, so I am pretty much alone. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caramba2654 601 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Stop being me! :v Well, being in the same situation as you, I found my own way around it. I usually just let it happen naturally. Like, I don't go out searching for friends, I just let the friendship bond form naturally. Does it take time? Yes, but I'm used to that. Also, seeing this thread makes it mandatory to friend you. So here ya go. :3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruddboy Olaf 10,610 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I know that feel. I will be your friend Twinkleshy,I am almost always on the forums,so if you want to chat,feel free to PM me. I am also very friendly. Friendship brohoof if you accept it! /) That is all. (bows) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Badges
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 I agree with letting the bond form naturally but it just hasn't happened yet. I made this thread so I could get to know some people. I want us to talk about well the fandom and whatever else we feel the need to. I have a lot of anxiety when it comes to talking to people. If I were a pony I would literally turn into fluttershy. We're so much alike it's scary >.> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard User 2,127 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Best way to make new friends: roleplays. Even if it is a simple Slice of Life RP, the conversations generated in the OOC can help you open up to talking to new people. Or just welcome people in the Welcoming Mat. Chances are they're just like you and looking for a friend! Oh, I also call being everyone who has posted in this thread's best friend ever. EVER. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Away 2,077 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I have been on this site around nine months I guess and haven't formed any real bonds I guess with many of the members. I'm trying to be more active, but I'm really kind of shy. It's hard for me to start up conversations and make friends so to speak? I'm not trying to sound desperate. I just wish I had more friends in the fandom! >.> I'm a really nice person I'd like to think but these things just tend to be very awkward for me. I hope you'll understand. You can be friends with me! I'm always down to talk about the show. I don't have any brony friends in real life and I've always wanted to talk to other bronies. I just became a member of this site a few days ago. Message me if you wanna talk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 Best way to make new friends: roleplays. Even if it is a simple Slice of Life RP, the conversations generated in the OOC can help you open up to talking to new people. Or just welcome people in the Welcoming Mat. Chances are they're just like you and looking for a friend! Oh, I also call being everyone who has posted in this thread's best friend ever. EVER. I would love to join the role plays, but I have no idea where to start. I have my own OC, but the board kind of confuses me. Do I make a profile and join a random storyline? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caramba2654 601 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Oh, I also call being everyone who has posted in this thread's best friend ever. EVER. Ok, this is getting stereotypical. The OP is Fluttershy and you are now Pinkie Pie. Yeah, I might join an RP later on. I've been just too busy lately to do so. .-. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Master~ Button Mash 2,303 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 (edited) I know that feel. I know a lot of people, but I don't really participate in things like big Skype chats or Livestreams or anything that makes me really feel like a "part of the family". Best way is to just ask, I assume, about Skype and Livestreams. Most people would be happy if you just popped in and said hi. Not to mention look for RPs. Another thing you could do is make a status asking if anypony wants to talk. Edited May 24, 2013 by AtomicBassCannon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReGen 1,465 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Heh, don't we all... I've been here about, hmm... six months. Oh well. Enough about me. If you ever want to, message me whenever you feel like it. Although I wouldn't know what to talk about, honestly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard User 2,127 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 (edited) I would love to join the role plays, but I have no idea where to start. I have my own OC, but the board kind of confuses me. Do I make a profile and join a random storyline? First thing you want to do is browse around the Out-of-Topic part of Roleplay World and find an open roleplay that interests you. Then make a post expressing your interest and, if need-be, provide some info and/or a link to your character profile (you can make a handy profile for your OC here). Chances are you'll be accepted (I've yet to see someone NOT be accepted) and then you're off! For everyone saying that they don't know how to strike up a conversation, try this: You: "Hey, how much does a polar bear weigh?" Them: "I'm not sure." You: "Enough to break the ice. Hi, I'm Scoutaloo, your new best pal." Edited May 24, 2013 by Scoutaloo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 Thanks ill definetly check it then! I've seen some of the role plays. I think I'll try and find one that isn't so active yet. I also upload my OC profile soon. Thanks for the help! ^^ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mightymags 1,053 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I was kind of the same way when I first joined the forum. It seemed like everyone already had friends and I didn't know where to even begin posting. I didn't start conversations because I had no idea what to say or who to talk to. What I found helpful was posting a lot in forum games for a while, people will begin to recognize your name and you don't have to say much. I met some of my favorite people and started talking to a lot of people in there. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR Leper Lupinstein 405 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 it's okay, i'm a pretty shy guy, but when i warm up to people i'm pretty fun and social. i've met some people on this site and you'll find that bronies/pegasisters are really cool people. welcome to the herd. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard User 2,127 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 (edited) I was kind of the same way when I first joined the forum. It seemed like everyone already had friends and I didn't know where to even begin posting. I didn't start conversations because I had no idea what to say or who to talk to. What I found helpful was posting a lot in forum games for a while, people will begin to recognize your name and you don't have to say much. I met some of my favorite people and started talking to a lot of people in there. Now see, this is exactly who you DON'T want to be friends with. MissDerpy is crazy. Crazy, I tell you. CRAZY!! I kid. Her and I are great friends. Most of the time. When she isn't "hacking" my account. But she has a point. One of the best forum games to hop in on is "How Famous is the User Above You?" or whatever it is called. You won't be rated terribly high to begin with, but as people see you they'll start remembering your username and avatar and say hi to you elsewhere on the site. Edited May 24, 2013 by Scoutaloo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 I don't think I've participated in any forum games yet? I'm an admin on a sailor moon site and over all the forum games. I know that's pretty uncanny since I haven't made an effort to post in any forum games yet. Meh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mightymags 1,053 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Now see, this is exactly who you DON'T want to be friends with. MissDerpy is crazy. Crazy, I tell you. CRAZY!! I kid. Her and I are great friends. Most of the time. When she isn't "hacking" my account. Don't pretend like you don't love me. I didn't hack your account, I just decided to make an interesting status update for you...for once. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pulse 210 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 Lol, so many people in the same situation, This seems to be a great place to start making friends. Especially now that you have established common grounds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fluttashy 325 May 24, 2013 Author Share May 24, 2013 Yes we just all need to break out of our shells and make friends! I feel better already lol. I've gotten like 20 frind requests in the last 20 min. Thank you every pony! ^^ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaneShea 10 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 I've been here for a while and don't really know anyone, either. I'm just too shy. I'm interested in RP, but never really worked up the courage to start... If anyone wants to chat, I'm game! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Standard User 2,127 May 24, 2013 Share May 24, 2013 You know what this place needs? A chatroom. That would make all of this friend-making so much easier. I don't usually add friends myself, so if anyone wants to be my pal, poke my lazy butt and let me know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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