You may still dislike the people, but with your interaction focused on a mutually interesting topic you may have better success at dealing with those you dislike, as well as finding those you do like. I'd recommend staying away from highly competitive groups (Magic tournaments and the like), because that level of competitive play is often detrimental to other social interaction with the people. Good adult rec leagues are competitive enough to be fun, but most people know they're not pros so they still take a more relaxed attitude.
When you do start finding people you like spending time with, take the lead on initiating social engagements. Especially if they're not all from the same social circles. Invite several people that you like more out to dinner and a movie, or a Friday night at the bar, or a game night potluck. You may still feel a bit of an outsider, but it'll increase your opportunities for communicating and engaging with people and gives you control over the situation (which can make it more tolerable if you're an extreme introvert).
I had a toxic investor who trashed my company, stole money, committed fraud and fled to Malaysia.
I had a very tough 2-3 weeks when I had to let staff go, close down, lost my home. The most painful part was letting my staff go, because I considered them all friends too.
But the contacts I made along the way all reached out to me, they offered me food, accomodation and work.
There are some truly good people out there, and some truly rotten ones.
After a few weeks I got the entrepreneurial itch again and I’m aching to start again, but this time, smarter, wiser, and even more motivated
I move into my flat tomorrow, finally somewhere to live!
Here’s to a great 2019 everyone!
I paid off all my student loans last week - 2019 will be all about saving money. Goal is six month's living expenses, but may be able to get closer to ten if I am frugal.
But seriously... A recent job hunt has made me aware of how crummy companies are and how management roles are under-appreciated; so I've been spending a lot of effort on updating my developer skills as it seems most companies expect you to do everything nowadays.