hey, i wanted to reply to you because it looks like my predicament is strikingly similar to yours. im a freshman too. i have been dealing with the same thing. im introverted and socially awkward ena going to college was quite uncomfortable. lthough there were people around that tried to approach me i can't seem to find a connection and i feel out of place,maintaining a conversation feels like a chore ena zm sil mnamn some people think its personal. it was really depressing, i still feel alone and like i dont belong anywhere. im a good student too, i scored good in the first semester. i was wondering f i was the only one going through this and i was relieved to see ur post and know im not completely alone. but lemme tell you somethings that are helping me now. i journal my thoughts and reflect on my day, that really helps. and besides that i have some hobbies and interests that im deeply interested in and keeping myself busy with them helps. and also hearing relatable experiences of people whether it is on youtube and tik tok or a real life conversation helps to calm down. but although i try to stay distracted sometimes its just not enough, it can get really lonely u know. i would like to hear more of ur experience so if you are okay with it u can inbox me @istillrose