Losing and gaining friends is a normal part of life. If you feel that your friends don’t quite fit your personality and lifestyle anymore, reach out, and form some new relationships. Is it normal to have less friends as you get older? As you grow older, you are more engaged […]
At any age there are going to be people in your area who are open to forming new friendships. Not everyone has had the same social circle for years and years and isn’t interested in meeting anyone else. If you go on sites like Meetup.com you’ll see people have created […]
One way to make new friends is to join interest groups. Just like in school, this will place you in forced close proximity with people who share your interests. For at least a few hours a week, you will have the chance to chat, laugh and make memories with people […]
You don’t have that ready-made social group once you’re out in the world, so it’s going to be harder. You also have a lot more to do in your 20s, like worry paying rent, utilities, feeding yourself, performing up at expectations at the office. That takes a lot of energy […]
Not Having One Best Friend Is Perfectly Normal Not everyone has a best friend in life, and that’s okay. Some people have several close friends that give them love and support, but none of which they would consider a best friend. The key is not thinking in terms of “normal” […]
Friends can motivate and support students, but friends can also pull them down academically. The important thing is to be aware of the role of these friendship networks–not just of the role of friends, but of their connections with each other as well. Are college friends important? Supportive interactions with […]
Here are some tips that can help you increase your chances of making guy friends as an adult: Break the Social/Work Barrier. Go Deep on Your Own Interests. Explore Completely Random Social Activities. Join an Organization. Join a Professional Networking Group. Attend Local Events. Volunteer. How do you make friends […]
5 Places To Make Friends In Your Twenties (That Aren’t Awkward) Get to know your friend’s friends. If you’re anything like me, when you meet your friend’s friends you normally don’t take too much interest. Volunteer. Go to events. Reach out on social media. Make time for the friends you […]
Keeping in touch with college pals can seem like a challenge—but it can be as simple as picking up the phone, communication experts say. Having and keeping close friends throughout life is important for emotional health, said Glenn Sparks of Purdue University. Do you lose friends in college? Friends may […]
A person can be both an introvert and socially anxious. Both introverts and extroverts can experience social anxiety. But being an introvert does not mean you are socially anxious. Is social anxiety common in introverts? While research suggests social anxiety may be somewhat more common in introverted people, there’s still […]
According to Home Security Shield, Richmond has a crime rate of about 58 per 1,000 residents. The chances of being the victim of a crime in the city are one in 17, making Richmond the 11th most dangerous city in California. Are there safe parts of Richmond CA? People who […]
Being an introvert doesn’t necessarily mean you’re socially awkward, but the two do sometimes overlap. Certainly, as in my case, the fear of feeling anxious and awkward in social settings can cause us to lean into our introversion. Are introverts socially anxious? Both introverts and extroverts can be socially anxious […]
“Making friends past college is difficult because you are no longer with your cohort,” she says. “College is an instant social scene with people your age, sharing your common interests. Once you graduate from college, that whole network is gone, unless you make an effort to keep it going.” Is […]
Although everyone is “lazy” sometimes, when introverts are relaxing in their bedroom, it’s probably because they’re trying to lower their stimulation level and recharge their energy. Do introverts get tired easily? To introverts, the same level of social interaction can be draining instead. While introverts can appreciate socializing, they invest […]
Here are seven disadvantages to introversion: Introverts often get labeled as weird or snobbish. Introverts don’t always get the party invitation. Introverts have a harder time standing out on social media. Introverts can get overlooked. Introverts can struggle to expand their networks. What problems do introverts have? Being an introvert […]