seltside
Seltside is a term that emerged from online communities, particularly on platforms like Tumblr and Reddit. It generally refers to a perceived or actual sense of being on the "outside" of mainstream social groups or experiences. This can manifest in various ways, such as feeling different from peers in terms of interests, social dynamics, or personal identity. The concept is often associated with individuals who identify as introverted, neurodivergent, or part of subcultures that are not widely understood or accepted.
The feeling of seltside is not necessarily negative, though it can be. For some, it represents a