making friends is hard

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  • @linelidjacob25
    @linelidjacob25 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    The fact that I was feeling very lonely because I am really shy and it’s hard for me to make friends at college… and then this video popped up. I thought I was the only one who felt this way. Thank you for this video ❤

    • @deutschmitpurple2918
      @deutschmitpurple2918 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had no friends in my university. Do not worry for that

    • @sumairrana
      @sumairrana ปีที่แล้ว

      we guys can be friends if you want. you can give me a chance

  • @kye562
    @kye562 ปีที่แล้ว +340

    I just moved to uni and making new friends and keeping old ones definitely takes so much more effort than it used to. I’m also trying to heal myself and improve the person I am, and I found that some days it feels like you’ve come so far and others it feels like you still at the beginning. Your videos are so inspiring to me and remind me how beautiful everyday things can be. I just want you to know all your hard work is making a difference and I hope you feel the love all of us are sending 🤍🤍🤍

    • @onlyone7240
      @onlyone7240 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No but this is the EXACT SAME THING IM DEALING WITH RN .. I be in uni looking to ppl hanging out together laughing and having fun then seeing my lonely ass self sitting alone

    • @ashlice9849
      @ashlice9849 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I moved to uni 2 years ago , i lost all my old friends and i havent made any new ones either , now i got used to do everything alone , good luck and hopefully u don’t fall in my same situation , i actually didn’t even try or show any interest in others , not everyone can make friends so easily but try at least

    • @deutschmitpurple2918
      @deutschmitpurple2918 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for sharing. I had no friends in my university. I always be alone in my life

    • @lindiweulaya
      @lindiweulaya ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My first sem of uni was hard for me, I don't think I made any real friends...also having anxiety just makes it even harder. But during the holiday I just learnt to enjoy the time I spend with myself. I guess the right people will come along in due time.

  • @_simangele_
    @_simangele_ ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Making friends is honestly really hard.
    And it's so sad when you realise that you friendships with other people are not going as greate as they used to.

  • @micahsnow346
    @micahsnow346 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Ok so I just graduated college this last spring. I have to say that the thing about friendship is real. I was extremely lonely almost all 4 years of college. I didn’t really make good friends my first two years and then COVID happened so I didn’t make real in-person friends until my Senior year (and even then, it was only 2 or 3). I was constantly wondering what was wrong with me and just feeling intensely lonely. A few things that I’ve realized now that I’m in the post-grad life: 1) for a lot of people, there’s a big shift in upper upperclassmen years. I found that a lot of people completely changed their friend groups. I think this is bc by your junior idea you have a better idea of your true interests, passions, etc - and you’re no longer really making friends just to…have friends. You’re looking for people that you truly connect with. 2) if you’re feeling lonely please remember that there is nothing wrong with you - most people around you probably feel this way. True connection is rare, and it’s easy to appear super popular and still feel misunderstood/unseen. Don’t give in to the pressure to change yourself just to have friends - those were the times when the loneliness was actually the most intense for me. As the saying goes, it’s quite possible to feel alone in a crowd. 3) College is NOT the end-all solution for relationships. In fact, you’re going to make new friends when you graduate and move into a career. That in itself has been difficult but I’ve actually preferred it - as an adult, you have to be really intentional about spending time with people (lot less free time), so you know that they really value your company. Even though the college experience is romanticized, it’s a pretty small portion of your life and there are so many opportunities afterwards! I feel that now I am finally making the community I longed for way back in my freshman year. It takes time. Anyways, that’s my two cents, hang in there y’all!!!

    • @Halo4beatsB02
      @Halo4beatsB02 ปีที่แล้ว

      U have no charm u don't know how to woo people and your scared of people making fun of you and not accepting you and you avoid confrontation so of course you feel this way.

  • @jonahrasmussen651
    @jonahrasmussen651 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    It’s so reassuring to see that I’m not alone in struggling with these things. This was everything I needed to hear. Thank you 🤍

  • @thewindgamer2607
    @thewindgamer2607 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    I started watching your videos back when you were still in highschool. I remember being so amazed at you and your group of friends hanging out and laughing because it felt like i was watching my dream group of friends. I felt understood and i felt like i understood you guys even though we hadn’t talked. I subbed because you and your group of friends gave me hope that one day i could find a healthy group of friends where i can be myself and feel like i belong.
    Over the last 8 years it feels like loneliness has been the main theme of my life. My anxiety won’t leave me alone when i am trying to look people in the eyes or to have a normal conversation without being overly aware of everything i say. Some people think I’m not even trying but honestly I feel like I’ve been doing nothing but trying for the last almost decade.
    I think that if i can form at least 1 or 2 close friendships that i can feel truly comfortable, getting to know more people will get so much easier.
    People like you inspire me to keep trying. People who are friendly, honest, kind, outgoing and authentic. Thank you for being genuine with us about your struggles. I will let you know that no matter what life path you go down, i am confident you will be able to make friends wherever you are, because of many good qualities you have. I know many people would appreciate having a friend like you:)

  • @Julia-uw5jn
    @Julia-uw5jn ปีที่แล้ว +7

    friendships in your 20s are sooo hard - after graduating school you lose so many people close to you since everyone has to find themselves and live their lives on their on and get their shit together.. keeping in touch and keeping that friendship alive is hard and sometimes it's like the circle of life that people leave - at the same time it's so hard to find new friends, I've not found one very good friend in university since the friendships I built in the first year faded away due to leaving uni and other reasons.. ugh the 20s are hard relationshipwise, but I'm grateful I've learned how to be myself since having a good relationship with yourself is also important

    • @LLCoolJ_25
      @LLCoolJ_25 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve weirdly seen some people from my HS stay in touch with a lot of their friends from HS. That’s why I stay logged out of social media more often now. I don’t want to feel bad for not being close with people from
      HS. You’re meant to grow from people anyways and I didn’t like HS very much.😭I’m also autistic, so I kinda enjoy being alone more often. I only feel bad bc I’m not doing the same-not bc I actually crave a bunch of friendships all the time.

  • @letborbal
    @letborbal ปีที่แล้ว +11

    i feel you. i've relied so much on my high school friends (i gratuated in 2019) and had a problem accepting that our lives are going different places and its ok, thats life and memories are a beautiful thing.
    hope your doing great and keeping yourself positive ✨️

  • @mailinfritz9281
    @mailinfritz9281 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    You don't need other people in your videos to make them interesting, you are enough ❤️ Your honesty and vulnerability is very important and worth a lot! Friendships are hard, navigating life as a becoming adult is very overwhelming, I feel you. I constantly feel like I am "bad at being young" as stupid as it sounds. Like I dont make enough experiences, like I should try harder all the time. It is important to give yourself credit sometimes and remind yourself that you do not have to keep going at everyone else's pace all the time. As you said, doing our best is all we can do and it is enough! Sending love to you! ❤️

  • @heyitsmealecc1251
    @heyitsmealecc1251 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Idk why but since yesterday I feel like an emptiness inside of me and I hate feeling like this because I haven’t gone out so much as I would like to and haven’t made many friends because we’ll the title of this video says the reason of that , but these videos helps me in a way of talking to video and I’m just grateful , please never stop making videos :)

    • @Abigail---
      @Abigail--- ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope your day gets better
      You got this 💛

  • @imogencarpenter9804
    @imogencarpenter9804 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I lived with my two best friends for three years and saw them every day, we moved out just over a year ago and I can count the amount of times I’ve seen them on my hands. It’s really sad but it’s what happens when life moves on we’re still best friends but are living different lives in different places. Gives us room to make more amazing friends!

  • @ashleshanandanwar3674
    @ashleshanandanwar3674 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    hey riley, i just HAVE to tell you that you are the one youtuber i have come around who makes such realistic life videos where as most of the other people on social media just show their happier and social side of life which makes the viewer think that their life isn't good enough. i'm a girl who has been shifting to a lot of places around the country cuz of my parent's job so every time i shift to a new city, its the same thing all over again; make new friends, talk a lot with your old friends, take time out for myself and family. i really appreciate this particular vlog of yours which has made me realize that i'm not alone in this. thank you so much for this video. lots of love

  • @seekingthelost7
    @seekingthelost7 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Riley, I understand that it is okay to grieve my past friendships that aren't together anymore. Thank you for the wisdom.

  • @ashonda4047
    @ashonda4047 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Seen this vid and instantly clicked it. Making friends is so hard but I'm just focusing on me and my TH-cam. I also want to just thank you for helping me gain confidence into doing it. Love ya Riley

  • @hadassahlaura
    @hadassahlaura ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm currently in my gap year before I go to college and I have been feeling such strong senses of loneliness that I haven't felt since 9th grade. It's so comforting that I'm not the only one feeling these hard things about friendship because I'm naturally a quiet and shy person so it gets hard!

  • @bellaporraro9682
    @bellaporraro9682 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Oh my god!!! I was meant to see this video. I have been feeling the exact same way about friendships. I’m a junior in college and balancing friends, new relationships, a boyfriend, school, and career has been SO HARD!! And it is so nice to see someone being able to relate to that. I keep feeling like I’m never doing enough and I need to do more. This was reassuring thank you for this.

  • @amelievancoller4866
    @amelievancoller4866 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the best internet friend! I relate to you so much and just hearing you talk about these struggles is so encouraging, thank you. :)

  • @CeceliaMinard
    @CeceliaMinard ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Videos of just you are NOT boring at all!! I love when you just chat about what’s on your mind :)

  • @annageckler9721
    @annageckler9721 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Riley! I loved this video. I feel you! I’m in my third semester of college and it’s so hard to say goodbye or adapt friendships with every move. Because of circumstances such as friends going on missions or moving to separate apartments it is so hard to keep the balance between keeping in touch with old friends and cultivating new friends, like you said. But I’ve come to realize that there are so many good people in the world, and although it’s sad for friendships to change, the new friends we make can influence our life so much for good.
    I also struggle with trying to keep everything in balance regarding spiritual, social, academic, physical, and financial aspects of life! It’s a lot to juggle! And sometimes I feel like no matter how much I do, someone is going to be disappointed or something is going to slip through the cracks. But like you said, we aren’t supposed to be perfect! We came to this earth to learn and grow, and God knew that we would make mistakes.
    Something that has helped me spiritually is reading one chapter of the Book of Mormon every day. And maybe you’re already doing this. But when I first started (like for a couple weeks) I wasn’t getting anything out of it, and I honestly dreaded/was anxious about reading them. But as I kept reading a chapter a day I eventually came to the point where I found so much peace. Something I do is to have something I’m struggling with/something that’s hard for me in mind while I read and see what that chapter in the Book of Mormon teaches me about my certain struggle.
    One last thing: Something my mom always tells me when I just feel like I am not doing good enough is this: “You are enough. Right now, with all of your flaws, your temptations, anything. You are enough.” The fact that we are daughters and sons of God makes it so that we don’t have to prove our worth. Although it is vital that we continue to grow and improve, we shouldn’t beat ourselves up for what we think we “should” be or what we “should” be doing. We simply have to do our best, and our best looks different every day. Love you Riley! Thanks for your videos. I was just going to chill but now I want to work out thanks to you. Keep it up lovely lady ❤️

    • @paulmartin5424
      @paulmartin5424 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sister Anna I'm also a Christian and yes I m not perfect back slided but when I made a decision to give my life to god it was the best desion I made and I'm going back to yay sister Anna our creator will guide us through this process together amen ✝️✝️👍🙏🙃

  • @ab904goddess4
    @ab904goddess4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Girl you are so very awesome. There are so many positive to focus on and the negatives will come along

  • @caribbaviator7058
    @caribbaviator7058 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dealt with loneliness and isolation. My college was located in a small town and no one stayed on the weekends so I ended up alone.
    Worst yet it wasn't diverse. Ended up packing my things and moving out.
    Your mental health is the most important thing.

  • @Gaesunt
    @Gaesunt ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you so much for being vulnerable. This makes you one of the strongest and most inspirational people I follow and I hope we can meet someday because you seem like a good friend. You are already perfect just the way God created you and I'm sending you a virtual hug!!

  • @fillofgrace
    @fillofgrace ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think there was a reason that your video come out to my TH-cam home. Your video really calms my heart and mind cuz I also have issues, but I keep trying to do my best, and I'm on progress. I feel like I'm not alone who felt that making friends is hard and you make me feel I can through my rough phase. Thanks for this lovely video.

  • @aloverofmusic6579
    @aloverofmusic6579 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You just explained everything going on in my head, I just love you ❤❤❤ just remember, what you're doing is more than enough.... you're gonna figure out that someday

  • @rachelcate5854
    @rachelcate5854 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are such an inspiration and I just want to thank you for that. A huge struggle in my life has been friendships and it's comforting to know that I'm not the only one. Life can be so hard when it comes to balancing every friendship and relationship, and I thank you for opening up with the world and being a light for Christ. You are truly such a blessing to so many people.

  • @karazech6755
    @karazech6755 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing. It’s hard to be lonely and you are so comforting just sharing

  • @chloestansifer986
    @chloestansifer986 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are doing amazing Riley

  • @marikaheinemeyer2885
    @marikaheinemeyer2885 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I‘m from Germany, but currently living in the dominican republic for one year and I have exactly the same thoughts. It‘s so hard to get to know people here and even harder to become comfortable with. At the same time I just want to be with my friends who are spreaded in the whole world and it‘s hard to keep in contact… so I totally feel what you‘re saying. And also, a few days ago I had this exact same thought: I‘m trying my best. I make a lot of mistakes and it‘s so freaking hard! But I‘m trying my best and it‘s okay to feel sad and that i‘m struggeling a lot. But i‘m trying amd that’s the most important. Love you😘we can do this!

  • @amysiebert4752
    @amysiebert4752 ปีที่แล้ว

    I relate to this so much right now! I just started my freshman year at Belmont Abbey College and I live 15 minutes away so I'm still living at home which is nice but also so hard. Because now I have to ballance home life, college friend life, homework, church life, *and* my normal friend life (since all my other friends live here too). It's been really hard, but I think I've been doing a pretty good job of it! Thanks for making this video! And I absolutely *love* all of your videos!! I'm so glad you're back :) ❤

  • @melissacascante9033
    @melissacascante9033 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Riley, your videos make me feel real, like I'm not alone in this journey
    Thank you sooo much! ❤️

  • @Nevesier
    @Nevesier ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm greatful for you Riley. :)
    You remind me to look after myself and strive to become a better person. We all try, i guess this is life.

  • @lorna2226
    @lorna2226 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi riley. i want you to know ive been watching you since your “sending a quiz to all the boys i liked” video and have seen you grown so much throughout the years. you are such an inspiration to keep working despite how hard it may get. i 100% can relate to the feeling of thinking you should be doing more, that you are not where you’re supposed to be in life. i want to share something i learned from church this sunday that has really helped me, “Life is a race. and God doesn’t care how fast you’re running, He just wants you to finish” sometimes we get so caught up on how fast others are running, or the expectation from ourselves on where we should be. but remember the most important thing is to look at God our coach, and trust He has you running at the right pace, at the right time. love you riley

  • @nicolefisher9199
    @nicolefisher9199 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hang in there!❤️My junior year of college was my hardest year, especially first semester-a little lonely and hard to focus. I ended up dropping all of my academic classes and taking all dance classes. 😂I know Maddy is going through similar feelings, but good friendships can weather storms! You are an amazing girl, sharing your situation is so helpful to others. Keep up the good work!

  • @ginakim8399
    @ginakim8399 ปีที่แล้ว

    you seemed so comfortable and outgoing with your friends, but it was nice to know that people have similar thoughts and struggles! Moving to America for college, I became very cautious with my relationships, everything seeming unfamiliar, enervating me when meeting people. It's still difficult to balance school, friends, my own personal time for wellness, and at times I would blame it on my personality and the fact that I'm an international student, but its assuring to know that other people are going through similar phases in life. As you continue to reflect on how you feel and surroundings and grow your faith in God like you already are, I'm sure you'll find yourself in a better place!

  • @katysbookparadise034
    @katysbookparadise034 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just wanted to tell you how grateful I am, for you sharing your emotions and feelings with us. You seem like a great person and no one has to be perfect, as long as we try to be the best version of ourselfs. And even if we are not somedays, thats okay.

  • @kauravneet5817
    @kauravneet5817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Keep going, keep trying, we're in this together" Riley 2022. Exactlyyy!! Tbh I feel like if we've known each other f2f, we'd be bestie and encourage each other all the time. I wanna say I'm also at this stage of juggling through studies, work, exercising, and other commitments in uni. Esp on days like this we need to let ourselves know that we are already trying and love & support ourselves regardless! Love you too Riley! I appreciate you being vulnerable! It's so precious tbh that's why I love watching your videos even it is just you speaking cuz you are amazing !! 💛

  • @owamistanley
    @owamistanley ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for making this video and being so open and honest about how you feel because I really needed this video right about now

  • @aysu9356
    @aysu9356 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I came to Portugal for Erasmus for a year and I am feeling lonely. Seeing this video, I clicked instantly and it was nice to hear someone going through things that I am also going through and at least I am not alone feeling this ♥ Thank you Riley!

    • @sofiaazevedo507
      @sofiaazevedo507 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I live in Portugal, so if you need anything, any help, or just someone to talk too, just say something! 😊

    • @aysu9356
      @aysu9356 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sofiaazevedo507 hi Sofia, it's mostly about my low self esteem. I constantly feel left out even though I can't really take a step. Even though Erasmus was one of my biggest dreams, this first week feels very lonely.

    • @sofiaazevedo507
      @sofiaazevedo507 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aysu9356 sure, it can be really hard change country, friends, and everything. I don't know if maybe you are in Porto, but, if you want, give me your insta or something, so we can talk.

    • @katysbookparadise034
      @katysbookparadise034 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Aysu, I just want to let you know, that it gets better. I went to Ireland for an au pair and the first month I felt so lonely, I wanted to go back home, but then I kept trying and now I just want to go back to Ireland. So, just keep trying and try to get out of your comfort zone and speak to people, and I am sure it will get better. And if it doesnt and you want to go home, thats fine. Sometimes you have to end things to feel better and there is nothing bad in feeling better :)

    • @aysu9356
      @aysu9356 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katysbookparadise034 thank you so much, this was my biggest dream to live in another country for a while, and I really hope this goes well for me ♥

  • @explicitlyme7497
    @explicitlyme7497 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I didnt make a real friend in college until my junior year, so don't feel bad. At least you have some friends

  • @giovannafreitas6320
    @giovannafreitas6320 ปีที่แล้ว

    so glad I came across this video. so proud of you Riley💕
    we’re in this together

  • @araci88
    @araci88 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tip on friendships in college: Now that I am 34, I see that the best friends I made in my college years were people who were NOT in college with me. I met them through other friends, church, work, events, or by chance. Ten years after graduation, and we are still friends even through drastic life changes, moving to different cities or countries, and being reunited every several months. Friends are the people who care so much about you that would do sacrifices for you when you need it and you would do the same for them. Together in the good and bad days. ❤️

  • @lesliepickles9997
    @lesliepickles9997 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Needed this video today! Thank you!! :)
    You are fabulous!!!

  • @deutschmitpurple2918
    @deutschmitpurple2918 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are not alone. İt is really hard to find any friend in this times. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video

  • @rochellegriffith17
    @rochellegriffith17 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for making videos! I really love watching your videos, and you inspire me Riley!

  • @karolayneemanuellygomesxav6883
    @karolayneemanuellygomesxav6883 ปีที่แล้ว

    Riley, hi I'm from Brazil. I just wanna say that you videos are amazing and seeing you talk, the way that you see the world is a beautiful thing. Don't ever think that you need other people appearing into your videos to make them good. You are incredible for it self.

  • @sofia-zx5oh
    @sofia-zx5oh ปีที่แล้ว

    you are so real..i relate with you so much

  • @mahimapatel8706
    @mahimapatel8706 ปีที่แล้ว

    i really enjoy watching your videos riley

  • @elisedenham6459
    @elisedenham6459 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video made my day! You are so inspiring and you have helped me build my confidence so much!! Love you Riley💕

  • @karleegreer4511
    @karleegreer4511 ปีที่แล้ว

    I needed to hear this today!! I love your videos!

  • @valentinarestrepo9192
    @valentinarestrepo9192 ปีที่แล้ว

    Heey first time I see one of your videos and honestly very cool that it was this one , cried with you at the end because Girl same , it does feel hard when everything is changing, I don’t know it gave me hope and reassurance . Really liked your video it was so peaceful and nice . You’ve got this !! Glad to come across it :) usually I don’t comment on things but this one felt necessary.

  • @nadiajolee
    @nadiajolee ปีที่แล้ว

    Your one of the people that I look up too ❤ I hope that everything gets better for you… more happiness and love Queen!!

  • @asmaaboobaker9688
    @asmaaboobaker9688 ปีที่แล้ว

    love you riley you inspire me

  • @gaya333.
    @gaya333. ปีที่แล้ว

    Woow it makes me feel really idk what exactly to see someone completely different and far from me have the same feeling ...keep going .. n its better to let just the right people just come into your live instead of going out of the way to make friends ..

  • @bellethiessen8608
    @bellethiessen8608 ปีที่แล้ว

    Riley your videos are so amazing, because I'm just like you and please make more like this

  • @mariahgraham8366
    @mariahgraham8366 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s very normal to lose friends I’ve realized now in your 20s because until we are 18-20 we are similiar. But in our 20s some are getting married, some move away, some have kids, some are still the same as they were in their teens and just want to live life.
    And it’s sad to kind of always schedual in time to meet and sometimes we can’t meet once a week or sometimes even once a month. Most of my friend are friends I’ve had for 10-18 years I’m 23. I don’t like change but change is part of life.

  • @f.otosbysharon6034
    @f.otosbysharon6034 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have 2 great friends now, but at the same time, I have felt lonely lately. I started missing some friends I made a few years ago in highschool whom I decided to cut out of my life. They did nothing wrong, they were actually really nice and genuine, and I really appreciated them wanting to hang out with me. I simply cut them off because I became way too shy and created my own "shell". I didn't think I was worth being their friends because I felt way too introverted, I guess it's also some social anxiety. Now that I'm older I regret it and I hope one day we can hang out again. It's hard making friends and keeping them, I'm glad I'm not the only one. Thank you

  • @rachelcluff9162
    @rachelcluff9162 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love getting a glimpse into your life!! & the justin appearance 😋😋😋 You’re a queen!!

  • @abbyshroer1124
    @abbyshroer1124 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Making friends is hard I barely even don’t even have any friends

  • @ssmith3967
    @ssmith3967 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're doing great, Riley. What a caring friend, daughter, sister, and person you are. The price of caring too much sometimes is self-criticism and deep introspection. But the value of a caring friend, daughter, sister, and Christian neighbor is boundless. You are such a treasured blessing in God and so many other ppl's eyes. always remember that. ❤️Much love.

  • @jessicapigg
    @jessicapigg ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We're here because we want to watch whatever content you put out. Don't be so hard on yourself. And thank you for posting.

  • @Aiskelling
    @Aiskelling ปีที่แล้ว

    This past year has been extremely hard. My dog of 15 years passed right before my birthday, massive family problems, and then I ended up losing most of my friend group. It became extremely hard to make friends and keep the ones I have. It’s extremely lonely because most people don’t understand how hard things have been or they don’t understand why I cannot give as much as I used to. I’m keeping hope alive though, things always get better

  • @masha3406
    @masha3406 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been studying at a university in another city for more than two years and during this time I have not made any friends, which is sad. the day before yesterday I was diagnosed with social phobia, I don't even know if I will succeed, but I'm really trying and working with a psychologist now and have start taking antidepressants. so the title of the video really resonates inside me 🥺

  • @daywil03
    @daywil03 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is remind me that I'm not alone to go through this thing.
    As you growing up, u will find it's more challenging especially to make friends.
    but that's ok, it's just the part of being an adult, I think.

  • @alezehzaidi6789
    @alezehzaidi6789 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stay strong riley we love you ❤❤❤

  • @jazminh1988
    @jazminh1988 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have been feeling so lonely since i’ve moved into college. like i have people to talk to but they kinda have their own groups and my roomie and i don’t always see each other so it’s tough :(

  • @edwardleecaliforniausa
    @edwardleecaliforniausa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Riley I loved your morning routine vlogs because you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you happy Thursday morning

  • @elle533
    @elle533 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:56 omg Riley you look like an angel😭😭

  • @Jay_0605
    @Jay_0605 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm glad I'm lucky enough to never have to face this problem

  • @ella7771
    @ella7771 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou, I needed to hear that!

  • @Hricha-lh7yn
    @Hricha-lh7yn ปีที่แล้ว

    omg u r so pretty

  • @cream_psta
    @cream_psta ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love u riley💓💓

    • @RileyRehl
      @RileyRehl  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      love you too!!

  • @shannon8254
    @shannon8254 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn't meet my true friends until college because throughout elementary-high school I had fake friends. It takes time and it may feel like an eternity but it is worth finding true friends.

  • @nooralowayed1651
    @nooralowayed1651 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love u Riley so fucking much!! Stay strong sweetie!! UR literally the best!!

  • @lorenavibes
    @lorenavibes ปีที่แล้ว

    you inspire me ❤️

  • @amandalynnblaze9799
    @amandalynnblaze9799 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made a "why I have no friends" video last week, and although it is very different from yours, I understand where you are at, because i discovered that in my early twenties as well. It's so incredible how geography and being stuck in a building with the same people all day, for most of the week, for years will create relationships. All my best to you dear

  • @cassidyroams
    @cassidyroams ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my first semester of college and I have always had trouble having real friends even though I was voted "the friendliest" in high school. It is so hard to make friends in college. I am going to school in a different state. Everyone knows people and has friends. It is really hard.

  • @jermainevaughn2698
    @jermainevaughn2698 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was the most emotional video I’ve ever watched and I’ve been following you for a while but listen to me you know some thing when Jesus died or when Jesus was on this earth he had challenges also so my thing is like you just said, just keep going and just be you. You are a gracious person. I really wish I can give you a hug, you are the greatest person I’ve ever seen on this TH-cam channel very gracious, very kind very true. It’s not easy on this earth. I was in the same shoes but I was much younger but listen to me I would love to be your friend, your brother, and hopefully things can work out for you. In the future. You are a great friend just stay positive and things will come your way I promise you, God put us on this earth for a reason it’s not about anything else you have a good heart and never never doubt yourself just keep going to school. Keep doing what you have to do and just keep going. God loves you and I love you as my friend as my sister and I feel your pain and your heartache. Like I said just keep going you’re gonna do great you’re going to see where life leads you just ask God and God always has a purpose at the end maybe not right now but he will have a purpose for you. I love you Riley ❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘❤️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😘😘😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🕊️

  • @-daisyduck-4721
    @-daisyduck-4721 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are amazing and inspirational ❤❤❤😊

  • @rica9173
    @rica9173 ปีที่แล้ว

    Reading the title:
    I DEFINITELY AGREE!!!!!

  • @jt_rooster3228
    @jt_rooster3228 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yep. What do you know? To make friends, you only have two options. You dominate or you suck up. Pop culture? Hobbies? Food? Dominate or suck up.

  • @arzuparlak4903
    @arzuparlak4903 ปีที่แล้ว

    We are grateful for you too babe😢❤

  • @argelina2812
    @argelina2812 ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah making friends is really hard but at least we're trying to be good to let a positive impact on everybody's life
    because every single thing has an end, you never know when this life could end. WE WILL KEEP TRYING TO BE GOOD FOR THE REST OF OUR LIFE
    The fact that you're trying that means you are unique and a carrying person

  • @joncheung1378
    @joncheung1378 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Riley, i hope this finds you well.
    There is a solution.
    There are 4 parts: what you do during social interaction, emotional perspective-taking lifestyle outside of social interaction, and the self.
    For social interaction, start off with small talk. To move past small talk, just use the vertical questioning techique after small talk. This gets you into vulnerability through middle talk. As the person is talking, pay full attention by listening. Drop your thoughts.. Be attuned to the emotions and share in the emotions. People feel more connected to you when you listen so they feel understood as well as being attuned to their emotions. Relate back to the comments. Once the topic has been exhausted, mention something they previously mentioned and ask a vertical question to dig deeper. When it is your turn to speak about yourself, speak from the inner spirit. Getting in touch with yourself and your emotions enable you to speak from the spirit.
    Remember, the grand majority of human conversation is socio-emotional. The small portion is verbal. It is just a matter of tapping into the socio-emotional channel.
    For emotional perspective-taking, we consider how the person feels about the interaction. Getting in touch with your emotions. Engage the concept itself by imagining how a social interaction feel to you. Imagine how a social interaction feels to someone and adjust your behaviour to make them feel well during an interaction.
    For lifestyle we will use a backwards approach. Live your own lifestyle and be interesting. Be superproactive. Live by the idea of 30000 days and make history. Make your day memorable. What interests do you have and get involved in that. If you liking baking, do that. If you want to go to a stadium concert, go to that. Travel to places geographically and enjoy it. Spend time with your family. Pursue goals.
    In vulnerability through middle talk, the topic of conversation is lifestyle. living a lifestyle gives you stuff to throw out there to make middle talk and connect with people. In the caveman brain, we have an affiliation and trust with people we know. When we know what a person does outside of social interaction, we trust them.
    For the self, we take into consideration the topics we are interested and the things we like to do. We be our best selves and demonstrate our best qualities/characteristics. Find out what your values and principles are as well as what you stand for. More importantly, we be a person of substance. People are looking for substance to connect with.
    Be a person of substance by
    - thinking big
    - becoming knowledgeable
    - building new skills
    - diverse experiences and stories
    - be well versed in many topics
    - prioritizing what matters in the grand scheme of things
    - try new things and traveling to new places
    - going outside of your comfort zone to explore the intricacies of the world.
    - Expansiveness and Exploration in your life
    Be the beacon first and stand on your own two feet first. Be ok with being alone. Be independent first to be interdependent.
    Do your own thing and be your own person first. Enrich and expand your world first to bring people into.
    Lifestyle and being your best self enables you to tap into the socio-emotional channel of human interaction. It builds vibrancy which attracts people to you. Our limbic systems reacts favourably to vibrancy. You would come from a place of wholeness where you have give, rather than take.
    This is a long-game big picture solution. It is an ongoing journey that you enjoy. Take it one fulfilling deep and meaningful interaction at a time, one day at a time. Keep on living your best life.
    It's counterintuitive. We should be more concerned with living a memorable life than getting a social life
    I cannot guarantee any particular results. It is quality of interpersonal relationships that matter. The quantity tends to be variable for each person and take care of themselves. Interpersonal relationships take time. Once again, play the long game. No matter what happens, keep on living your best life and being your best self.
    But I can say this. In my experience, the most fulfilling and long-lasting interpersonal relationships came from taking it one fulfilling deep and meaningful interaction at a time, one day at a time.
    I said all of this in the hopes that the above will be taken action upon and potentially change lives. Hopefully this helps. Feel free to let me know how it goes for you.

  • @md.kamrulhasannobel3519
    @md.kamrulhasannobel3519 ปีที่แล้ว

    i feel you

  • @sapphiredeepblue2909
    @sapphiredeepblue2909 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you Riley

  • @edwardkimakaballislifekim_578
    @edwardkimakaballislifekim_578 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so sorry making new friends is hard 😢

  • @chloejohnson6272
    @chloejohnson6272 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet Riley!! I hope you know that no matter what you do or what you don’t do, the abundant grace of our Father washes over you and He will never love you more or less than He does right now. He sees you with such compassion and a burning jealousy as He wants you to just come to Him and love Him back!!You’re so precious in His sight, never forget that!

  • @iluvpink1176
    @iluvpink1176 ปีที่แล้ว

    I moved to Ireland from England and didn’t have friends the whole year I was there. I’ve been out of school for 4 months and start a new school in a week a lot of people that went to my primary school there but hopefully I can make some friends

  • @rachelnicolebender7077
    @rachelnicolebender7077 ปีที่แล้ว

    How did you go about the reduction, was it scary? I’ve been wanting one cause of terrible back pain but am scared of insurance not being able to cover it and the recovery process

  • @burnedskin_
    @burnedskin_ ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i hope youre okay ❤️

    • @RileyRehl
      @RileyRehl  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I am okay! Just sharing what's been on my mind 🤍

    • @burnedskin_
      @burnedskin_ ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RileyRehl thats good to hear!! Stay safe queen 🥰🥰

  • @user-od2kx8lw1y
    @user-od2kx8lw1y ปีที่แล้ว

    I love you so much You made my day

  • @AsgharAli-xz5bg
    @AsgharAli-xz5bg ปีที่แล้ว

    i hear you

  • @starbright6579
    @starbright6579 ปีที่แล้ว

    If feel like after you finish school you stop making friends. Me and these kids I went to school with I feel like we're friends because we knew each other since we were kids, other than that I don't think we would be able to be friends right now.

  • @sailur
    @sailur ปีที่แล้ว

    We just moved to a different state, im 20 but I'm not in college so it's hard making new friends but also hard keeping my old highschool friends bc we all have stuff going on, I really want more female friends it's super hard tho, I'm trying

  • @vikash2764
    @vikash2764 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dont worry ,we are here 💕

  • @sabira8794
    @sabira8794 ปีที่แล้ว

    i moved 6 months ago… i have no friends in the city (except me family) so it is hard 💔

  • @shernickmarius2950
    @shernickmarius2950 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's okay I have no friends atm people think I say this as a joke I really dont ig real friends come with time. You'll be okay 🖤

    • @sanjanatatikonda9156
      @sanjanatatikonda9156 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was in the exact same place but the universe brought me to the most amazing people so somehow it really does always workout💜

  • @brunettebabebri
    @brunettebabebri ปีที่แล้ว

    Once
    I graduated high school, I lost many friends.

  • @mls7696
    @mls7696 ปีที่แล้ว

    From Senegal i take a fancy to watch your video ...cz its help me a lot to improve my english..💙

  • @tiktokmv7856
    @tiktokmv7856 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A new vid yey