<human>: I've seen people talk about their struggles meeting people and making friends/relationships with others, but I have a different problem.  I do fine with others, I joke around and tell stories and often people seem interested in getting to know me better, for friends, relationships or otherwise.  Yet for whatever reason, I never do.  I never make any real bonds with other people, even when I have the option.

I don't know if there are any psychology buffs out there who have any insight, or if this is common, but it might be helpful.  Sometimes I'm fine, but often I'm pretty lonely, and I wish I had companionship of some kind, be it friends or relationships.  And yet, whenever the oportunity is open for me, even when other people are going out of there way to put effort reaching out to me, I keep everyone at arms length, and never *really* open up to anyone.  I know it doesn't make any sense, but if someone has some insight, or if other people feel like they're in a similar situation, it would be helpful.

Thank you!

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<bot>: Lonely, and liked by others, but I distance myself from people and never makes any real connections.  Trying to understand why.