I hear ya, bossman! I know exactly what you're going through, as I went through the same experience. However, I learned that isolation is wonderful, but only in moderation. I consider myself a lone wolf, as I have learned to enjoy my own company. Even though we stutter, we still desire insightful conversations with others from time to time, as humans are social creatures after all. I would recommend taking the necessary steps to embrace your stutter. Unfortunately, for the majority of us stutterers, there is no escape from it for our entire lives. There's only so much we can do to hide it — sooner or later, it reveals itself. The only way is through it, not avoiding it. I would highly recommend embracing your stutter by prioritizing working out at the gym, or even boxing (I personally do that, as I find it an amazing form of meditation and stress relief). That way, you can meet amazing individuals with whom you can form social bonds. The boxing community is quite genuine, based on my experience — kind and respectful individuals. The trick is to let them know you stutter when you begin speaking (cos they will notice, trust me), so you will take a little longer to express yourself, and that's it! Keep meeting people and practicing, and over time, you will gain the confidence to let your stutter not confine your potential. It's not your fault that you stutter. You can't let your stutter negatively affect your life. You deserve to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion! Baby steps, that's it! You've got this! Rooting for ya, bossman!!! :))))