I feel so lonely, when i see a couple hugging, holding hands, kissing or any other kind of love language i wanna scream as loud and long as i can.... I never been in a relationship, because most people just see me as a friend and never could think of me in a romantic way... And that shit hurts bro.... Dude i am the most hopeless romantic person i ever know... But i guess this doesn't count anymore...
I feel you anon, because I'm currently in the same situation.
But let me tell you. It does count. You and your feelings are valid. It's never too late. Doesn't matter what age you are, or how much experience you bring with you.
You said it yourself. MOST people see you as a friend. Not all people. Not everyone. You will find the right person and you will experience the happy journey of romantic love.
Doesn't matter if it is not right now. The right person for you is living out there. Be patient, be kind, love and be loved back. But most of all, be all these things to yourself.
Sometimes things take time. And that's okay. Not everyone functions at the same speed. I know being alone can hurt. It's okay that it hurts. But it's also important to not let it bring you down.
Obviously I cannot give you any advice on how to find love faster, but I can promise you, there is love for you out there in this world!