Getting better friends?

Well, first of all, I think you should think about any of the friends you use to have. Think about their qualities. The stuff you did like, try to see if you can't find those in your "new" friends. Think if they treated you right or not. If they did, I would tell you to try to see if you can rekindle your bond with them. If they didn't, it's good that you're no longer friends. Some people are really good and making friends and bond with people LIKE THAT! *snaps fingers* I'm not one of those people and I know how suckish it feels when you see that happening. a part of you wishes you had that skill. But that's them, and you're you. You got to love you before any potential friends do. Work on keeping relationships strong, even if you don't seem the frequently. If you do that, it shows them that you actually care about them. Talking about school work isn't a bad place to start. Talk school stuff but slowly ease your way in to more fun topics. You can ask them random questions. Find out if you have any common interest. Something that I do sometimes is I listen well to everything around me. Like, If I ever that some people over there are talking about HARRY POTTER, I'll jump in and give my thoughts and bond over that with them. Common interest is a VERY good place to start. Then from there, give it time. See if they are friends or not.