Dear Harlan,
In high school I was very involved and had a lot of friends however, in college, my only friend is my roommate. I know it is still early considering I am a freshman, but it is really becoming very depressing to think about the lack of social life I have. I don't go out at all on the weekends, instead, I either do homework or go home. During the week, I return to my dorm after going to class and watch stuff Netflix all day. I am not used to this lifestyle at all considering I was very outgoing and social in high school but I don't really know how to change it. I've become very depressed at school. I feel like I am waiting for something to happen that isn't going to. I know this sounds silly but I think it is awkward to go up to people in my hall and attempt conversation because a lot of them have a lot of friends already. Is it normal that I have no friends at this point? What do I do? Thanks a lot. 

 

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