Being social is difficult for some of us. I would include myself in that group, as somone who has a hard time being social with anyone and everyone. Some people drink and do drugs to become more social, and some people just run away from it and keep to themselves. And others slowly try to work on their social problems.

I'd place my older self in the second category somewhat. I was social, but often only when I was behind my computer. Recently I have been trying to work on my social problems, and my first big step is to open myself up and open up (as I am doing now). But as with all life experiences, things can go wrong. Things don't always turn out like you'd hope. People make mistakes. I make mistakes.

I guess what I am trying to say is, if you open yourself up, you will get hurt at some time. However do not let the fear of it hold you back as I once did. Take your time with things and they will usually turn out good. The joy you get out of being social and going out...