Am I anti social?

Sorry to hear about your situation but I don't think that you are being anti-social. The way I see it, I think that you are being practical and at the same time, (sorry for the term) self pitying. I also see that your pride is still working. I guess it is normal to feel that way. I actually did the same when I was in your situation. One thing I have learned in this kind of situation is that not all our friends are visiting us to have something to eat. It is okay for them to eat nothing just to see us or to be with us. If you will be a little honest, your situation will not be as tough like how you feel at present. When a friend told me she will be visiting me, I will tell her right a way that I don't have food at home so she should bring some. I don't see anything wrong about that if you're really friends. I usually that even if I have food at home because they might bring something more delicious that what I have. I also tell my friends to treat me if it has been a while since I dine out. I am no longer ashamed to do it because I know that we are friends and if I have money, they also make me pay for their food or buy something for them. We also borrow money from each other and unless we set a specific date when to return it, we don't require each other to pay for it. That is how my friends and I treat each other. We're like real sisters. Don't mistreat yourself. If they want to visit you to know your situation, be honest about it. Maybe they can help morally and financially and I think that is really what friends are for.

Do not shy yourself away from people that loves and cares you. Let people inside your life. That way, you will feel good about yourself, too.

You don't sound like a anti social person to me. I think that there is a difference between a situation where you are alone because you prefer to be alone and a situation like your situation where you want to socialize but don't have the money to do things with your friends. Your financial situation makes it hard to do things with your friends because those things cost money. I am in the same situation at the moment. I would like to spend more time with my friends, but whenever we are together we spend money and I need to save all of my money for my trip, so I have to say no when my friends want to have dinner in town and similiar things. I don't have much of a social life at the moment, but I don't really have a choice because I really need the money for my trip.

OMG! hahahaha and I thought i was alone in this situation wow! Joy for joy that makes two of us. in fact, I've actually refused their offer to see me or be visited too. when ever my mom would have visitor, she would treat them, she has no choice of course. unfortunately for me, i got no money to treat except for a few pack of sardines...but in a serious note, we need to talk to people at least in a light manner, facebook or some guy or girl in the neighborhood. am glad you're on my friendlist buddy maybe we should put a lonely jobless club, noh? Have a nice day

don't feel so sad. you have your reasons and its understandable. i think that would also be my option if i don't have money, especially if i know that when my friends go out,money would always be involved. and you're not anti-social :) in fact, you're here in mylot,discussing with us,your fellow mylot friends. be happy okay.

I don't think you are anti social but I do think you sound depressed? It is a good thing you have friends online you can chat with, to connect with as it helps you stay connected with the world. As your situation impoves you will get out and mingle more, but right now, you have clearly stated your situation and it makes perfect sense with the choices you are making. Stay focused. Things will be better soon.