When I started college, I was excited but nervous since I didn’t know anyone coming in. I went to the same school district since I was three years old and didn’t have the experience of making new friends. I felt discouraged my first three years of college because I felt like I wasn’t clicking with anyone the way I did back home.
I also ended up switching majors after my freshman year amidst covid and had to get to know a new class who already had a bond. Even though it took until senior year, I found the best group of girls during my spring semester. I finally felt like I belonged somewhere for the first time in college.
My advice for making friends in a new environment would be to not lose hope and don’t try forcing things that don’t work. Putting yourself out there is uncomfortable but necessary for the best outcomes and growth.
I was so used to my friends back home that I found myself comparing everyone to them, which only led to disappointment. Once I realized that different is good and change isn’t so scary, I found myself more open to new experiences.
Being patient and attracting the type of energy you want instead of chasing will lead it to you.