A netizen shared how his friends keep asking to meet up and he is considering ending his friendship with them because he finds it stressful to go out.
Here is the story:
“Why do my friends keep insisting that I hang out with them? They know I don’t like to hang out or go out.
We don’t have to hang out every other week to be friends, y’know. In fact, my closest friends are those that only WA or tele me with no expectation to meet up ever.
If they keep insisting on meeting up I rather not have them as friends tbh it’s too stressful and irritating”
How to handle?
I’m sure that many of us have experienced the same situation before – your friends keep insisting that you meet up and hang out, even though you don’t really feel like it or simply don’t like to go out. It can be really irritating and stressful. So why do they keep insisting?
The truth is, even if we don’t like to hang out or go out, our friends may be feeling lonely and need someone to share their thoughts and feelings with. They may also want to spend time with you and get to know you better.
Your friends may also be trying to show you that they care about you. They may be trying to tell you that they miss you and want to spend time with you. This is especially true if your friends live far away or if you haven’t seen each other for a while.
Another reason why your friends might be insisting on meeting up is because they are trying to help you get out of your comfort zone. Going out and meeting new people can be a great way to build confidence, make new connections, and experience new things.
Your friends may also be trying to make sure that you’re taking care of yourself and not isolating yourself from everyone. They may be worried about you and want to make sure that you’re doing okay.
Finally, your friends may be trying to have fun and make memories with you. Going out and doing things together can be a great way to strengthen friendships and make new memories.
At the end of the day, it’s important to remember that your friends care about you and want you to be happy. If you don’t feel like going out, it’s okay to politely decline their invitation and explain why. You can always suggest an alternative activity like having a movie night or playing a game online.
It’s also important to remember that you don’t owe your friends anything. If you’re not comfortable with going out, it’s okay to say no and it doesn’t make you a bad friend. You can always be a good friend without having to go out.
So, the next time your friends keep insisting that you hang out with them, remember that they might just be trying to show you that they care. If you don’t feel like going out, don’t be afraid to say no and explain why.