How To Make New Friends
You remember, in primary school, you got close to that girl with pigtails, asked her if she wanted to be your best friend and the next thing you know, you’re best mates. When you’re an adult, it’s so much more difficult to make new friends. On the road towards friendship, we have 5 pieces of advice to help you!| Contents: |
« Friendship takes a while to develop, but life goes so quickly. Friendship is a flower that the wind blows about and too often uproots. » Eugène Cloutier
5 pieces of advice to make friends
1. Give a new activity a go
It’s simple but you don’t often think about it. Finding yourself a new hobby is the ideal time to meet new people. In order for it to work, you have to combat your shyness and be open-minded. Say hello to everyone, be smiley, ask for advice, speak about your life and what your passionate about, etc. Over time you’ll see friendships develop and will soon be doing things together!
2. Combine friendship groups
What could be simpler and more effective than mixing together friendship groups in order to meet new faces. Organize evenings out with friends you already have and ask them to bring their friends along too. Do this again and after a while bonds will be formed.
3. Get out of your comfort zone
It’s too easy to go home and peacefully go about your little reassuring routine, but people won’t be waiting for you outside your front door. To meet people, you have to make the most of all opportunities to do something new. If your work colleagues suggest a game of badminton, say yes. If you are invited to a night out but you don’t know anyone, say yes! Basically, accept invitations from people as often as possible. Your life will be exciting and you will definitely be able to make new friends.
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4. Make the most of social media
You have many friends on Facebook that you don’t know or don’t meet up with. But what if you suggested going out for a drink with one of those people for once. It’s easy and what’s more, you have nothing to lose!
5. Keep your eyes peeled
What if your future friends are already around you? At work, in your favorite café, on the subway, look around, show an interest in the people surrounding you. Build relationships with people you have things in common with. This is a great way to establish sincere friendships.
Editor’s opinion – Keep in contact with the new people you meetNow that you have met new people, you’ll have to work on these friendships. Make space in your diary, organize nights out, catch up from time to time. Don’t let these new relationships fall by the wayside. |
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