I'm studying in a foreign country. I've never dated someone cuz I was bullied through middle school and it left a big mark on me. Now I'm in college, I know no one, I have little difficulties with speaking, but I wanna try for the first time ever to date someone. I tried cold approaching a girl on the street, but on the final second I scared myself. I was abused not only in school, but also in my home by my stepfather. I'm not searching for pity, but now I'm on some Zoloft, that doesn't quite help me. I have pain in the chest especially when I'm lonely at my apartment that I rent. I just kind of even want to talk to someone, but not on topics about football and doing shit, but something deeper, like how to find happiness, what does that certain person value in his life. I feel that I don't have these kind of deep conversations and that's what I'd be interested when socializing. Most people just discuss random shit srlsy and consider me a shut in because of that.

Is there a way out? Consider my situation please and don't suggest anything, if u can't put urself in my shoes.