All friendships and relationships are built by forming them through connection, time and effort. Therefore since we are on the internet write down and be clear on your values since you cannot actually say them by mouth to people. Be clear on your values, your goals and what you need in a friendship, and then respect them and their boundaries by finding common ground.

People will run you over if you give them permission to. Therefore a fine balance of giving and getting should always be in order in every relationship and friendship.

Friendships take time but they are worth it. Build them slowly by getting to know people and then be clear on what you want from them, and in turn what they need from you.

And that is it: Healthy boundaries can be scary if you have been a people pleaser, so it can take time to get used to. You will get the hang of it eventually, best of luck to you online and in the real world.