MAKING FRIENDS WHEN IT FEELS IMPOSSIBLE

Real Tools For Teens Who Are Shy, Anxious, Or Always On The Outside Looking In

Making Friends When It Feels Impossible
Real Tools for Teens Who Are Shy, Anxious, or Always on the Outside Looking In
Do you feel like everyone else got the friendship rulebook, and you didn’t?
Whether you’re shy, anxious, or just unsure how to connect, this guide gives you real tools to start conversations, join groups, and find friends who truly get you.
Written by mentor and former police chief Michael Gillette, this isn’t another “just be yourself” pep talk. It’s a practical, judgment-free handbook that shows you exactly how to build connections, both in person and online, without pretending to be someone you're not.
Inside you’ll discover:
✅ Simple conversation starters for school, clubs, group chats, and DMs
✅ How to spot welcoming groups and read social cues with confidence
✅ Strategies for handling rejection, ghosting, and friendship drama
✅ Safe ways to balance digital and real-life friendships
✅ Tips for gamers, introverts, and anyone who feels “too different” to fit in
Packed with scripts, exercises, and relatable examples, Making Friends When It Feels Impossible is your step-by-step guide to building genuine friendships your way.
Because you're not too much.
You're NOT, not enough.
And you deserve friendships that aren't just superficial. You deserve friendships that are real and lasting.
Pick up this book today, you won't be disappointed!