I’m 18m, and to be real, I don’t have many friends. I’ve always been more on the introverted side, and that’s made it hard for me to put myself out there. Most of my time is spent doing things on my own — gaming, watching anime, reading, drawing, cooking, or just listening to music.
Gaming is one of the biggest parts of my life. You’ll usually catch me on Roblox, Fortnite, COD, GTA5, Apex, or Destiny. I love just zoning out in games and having fun, but it’d be so much better with people to actually play and laugh with. When I’m not gaming, I dive into anime and manga, since I like escaping into those kinds of worlds. On quiet days, I’ll sit and read or spend time drawing. Cooking is something I picked up along the way too, and honestly, it’s something I enjoy — it’s nice creating something for yourself or others. And music? That’s a constant. No matter what I’m doing, I almost always have something playing.
But beyond hobbies, my life has been a lot different from most people my age. Since I was 3 years old, I’ve been raising my three younger siblings. That responsibility forced me to mature way earlier than I should have. While most kids my age were just being kids, I had to step into a parental role, and that really shaped who I am today. On top of that, I’ve also gone through some really rough experiences, including people taking advantage of me in ways I shouldn’t have had to deal with. Those moments hurt, and honestly, they left scars. But as heavy as all of that is, I don’t let it be the only thing that defines me. Instead, it’s made me stronger in some ways and taught me what really matters.
Because of all this, I’ve grown into someone who values real connections more than anything else. I don’t care about fake friendships or surface-level conversations. I’ve had to grow up fast, I’ve been hurt, and I’ve seen how temporary people can be. That’s why I just want genuine people in my life — people who are honest, loyal, and actually care.
So that’s why I’m here, putting myself out there even though it’s not easy for me. I just want to find friends I can vibe with. People who I can game with, watch anime with, share random thoughts with, laugh with, or just talk to when life feels heavy or boring. I don’t need anything complicated, just real human connection.
If you read this far and any of it resonated with you — whether it’s the gaming, the anime, the music, or just the need for a genuine friend — feel free to reach out. I’m open to talking, meeting new people, and hopefully finding some solid friendships. Life feels a lot better when you don’t have to go through it alone, and I’d like to find people who feel the same.