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[–] surewhynotlem@lemmy.world 9 points 1 day ago (2 children)

You aren't. They're adults and will decline if they want.

I got a lot more confidence in myself as soon as I realized that my lack of confidence implied that everyone else were children in need of my protection, from me. Treat your adult friends like adults. They'll be ok.

[–] Randomgal@lemmy.ca 1 points 12 hours ago

They are adults. They can walk to go if they want.

[–] humorlessrepost@lemmy.world 9 points 22 hours ago (1 children)

I think for most people, it’s fear of rejection, and they lie to themselves that the reasoning is what you’re replying to.

[–] WorldsDumbestMan@lemmy.today 2 points 16 hours ago

No attempt at making friends, no fear of rejection.

Easy.