Answer my question regarding buddhism?

I am slightly confused regarding buddhism. I love the idea of buddhism, but it seems so distant. In order to obtain enlightenment/release from suffering you must detach from basically everything. However, in my experience, it's the personal relationships with other people that really connects me with a higher power. Without strong friendships I don't find much meaning in living. Am I just misinterpreting the teachings of Buddha? Cause really, I think it's a fascinating philosophy, but I just have so much trouble with detachment