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Why It’s Important to Make Friends as an Adult (8 Reasons)
It’s an Amazing Way to Level Up and Better Your Life
Adult Friendships Can Help You Live Longer
You’re Not Alone in Your Thoughts
Friends Help You During Hard Times
Adult Friendships Help You Cope with Stress
They Keep You Grounded to Your Values
Friends Make You Aware of Things That Need to Change
Adult Friendships Are Actually Good for Your Heart’s Health
How to Make Friends as an Adult
Get Rid of Any Scripts That Say You’re Not Worthy of Connection
Have a Growth Mindset
Know That It’s Going to Be Awkward Sometimes… And That’s Ok
Lead With Curiosity and Make It About Them
Be the Confident Version of Yourself
Create a Life You Enjoy
Compliment Them
Push Through the Awkward First Meeting and Get to the Next One
Make the Second Meeting About Them
Commit to Making an Effort
Don’t Be Afraid to Initiate
Get Rid of Any Negative Beliefs You Have About Others
Try New Activities That Get You Out of Your Comfort Zone
Say Yes (Even When You’re Unsure)
Be Vulnerable
Have Your Social Network Introduce You to New People
Tap Into Your Community
Be Patient and Keep a Positive Outlook
Consider Counseling
Activities and Places to Make Adult Friends
Facebook Groups for Your Local Area
Small Groups and Other Religious Events
Couchsurfing.net
Specifically Take Classes at a Gym
Join a Local or Virtual Book Club
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Sign Up for a Class or Workshop
Volunteer for a Non-Profit in Your Area
Try a Friendship Meeting Platforms Like Bumble BFF, Meetup, or Hey!Vina
Other Activities for Finding Friends
Making Adult Friends as a Parent
Parenting Groups
Connect with Parents in Places You’re Already Going to Be
Try Activities with Your Child
Use Social Media for Making Friends as a Parent
Introducing Yourself to Other Parents
Making Friends as an Introvert
7 Ways to Keep and Maintain Adult Friendships
Make Sure That You’re Not Just Taking
Communicate with Them
Make Time for Your Friends
Regularly Commit to Something on Your Calendar
Learn How to Categorize Friends
Be Present
Show Up for Your Friends
Making Friends as an Adult FAQ
