You could try volunteer activities I suppose.
And let me also say that 33 is hardly even "getting middle aged".
Ha, yes, saying "old" is definitely being melodramatic. I suppose I am concerned that, given my current bland state, I will have a hard time creating and sustaining connections with the ample time I have left.
Recognize that it takes effort to create and sustain connections.
It is difficult whether or not you are in a "bland state."
Do not assume that creating and sustaining connections is easy for others.
Yeah, I totally also had a false mid-life crisis at around that age. Take it from me, you're YOUNG! Make the most of it while you still are!
It's definitely a different distinct stage, like a true young adulthood. Can last like 26-40 or so for some.
But you don't to all of a sudden realize they are off on their own life, and they were your primary, or even only, focus.