so i was in a relationship of about 8 years, we did had a son of 5 years of age now, its been 1 year since we split and in all this time i haven't been in any dates, its like i dont know how to engage with girls anymore, not that i was any good before in all honesty she has been the only girl i even been with, i never had any serious relationships before her , or even a gf . i had close friends but not anything of an actual relationship.my question is how do i go about meeting girls? am a very shy person as well, and if that wasn't enough am a very self conscious person, as English is my second language and i have a heavy accent. and if that wasn't enough, to top it off i dont know many guys my age or have people to hand out with, am a loner i guess. i been having withdrawal feelings about my ex and i just want to stop missing her by meeting new people, i been told i have good looks but i just dont have the confidence to spark a conversation. do you guys have any tips for me, or should i just let time and destiny bring me to someone if not than am already comfortable being alone.