go out and try. just earlier today I said the stupidest oneliner in person and got a response.

you miss a 100% of the shots you don't take - Wayne Gretzky or somebody

then I spoke to someone on a busy commuter train, and learned something new. a view I had never considered before.

I know it's hard,as someone who has personally suffered from exclusion and depression before.

but worst they can do is ignore you or spit in your face.