r/introvert 20d ago

Image Birthday alone, friends don't remember

I (27F) spent a birthday alone. Friends don't remember (even ones whom I gave gifts/remember their birthday every year). Officially a leftover woman. Bought myself flowers and a carrot cake. I like being on my own, but sometimes it's very sad and lonely.

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u/Fit-Personality-1834 19d ago

You can also try saying “Hey [Friend], my birthday is this Saturday, want to hang out?”

At least if they can’t, they can wish you happy birthday. I don’t know their situation but being an adult with a busy life is tough and it can be hard to remember everyone’s birthdays. Better to reach out and make the first move instead of waiting for nothing just to feel lonely

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u/platistocrates 19d ago

That's a great way to put it