While you're an introvert, you have a strong drive to socialize so you should nurture that part of your personality. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. I

While you're an introvert, you have a strong drive to socialize so you should nurture that part of your personality. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. If you develop a sense of humor about it, it will take some of the pressure off. Also, everything you describe could be interpreted as self-centered or (less attractive) self-absorbed. One way to get out of that loop is to start doing things for other people. Volunteer at local food banks, runs/walks for good causes or tutor little kids in reading/math. All of these things will get you outside of yourself and introduce you to great people...potentially good friends or connections to good friends. Last, it's probably been said here already...work on your language skills and find a teacher who can help you reduce your accent if that is also a problem. Good luck!