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Alternately, be the one to text your friends! I picked up this tip from my friend who would text me even if I didn’t respond sometimes. I asked her why she spent so much effort when I wasn’t doing the same, and she was like “It’s not about effort. I just like hanging out with you.”
Sometimes it feels like our friends have forgotten about us, or are downright ignoring us…and it’s the worst feeling in the world.
Good luck in high school! Don’t be shy–meet some new people!
I sometimes feel the same way, especially during summer. But you’re right, you should look on the bright side and just make new friends.