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“Good friends bring so many colors of happiness in your life by relieving stress
giving comfort
and removing loneliness
” says Amber O’Brien
PsyD
a psychologist with the Mango Clinic in Miami. Healthy friendships are also linked to better cardiovascular health
lower blood pressure
less depression
and a longer life. So it never hurts to try to make new friends.

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Where to Make New Friends. Mahesh Grossman
a 62-year-old hypnotherapist and owner of Berkeley Hypnosis in Berkeley
CA
has made many friends over the years by joining peer-led meditation groups
12-step groups
and church groups. “Everyone goes out to dinner after the meeting. I get to know them a little bit at the restaurant. Then I make an effort to grab a one-to-one meal with several members within the first few months
” Grossman says. “This eventually leads to friendship with some of those people and more comfort with the group as a whole.” You might find new friends when you: Join a group or club. Find a local group where people with interests like yours meet regularly. Try a book club
religious group
parent meetup
music group
or biking group. “The key is to fish in the right pond
” Grossman says. Take a class. Sign up for a class at your local college
senior center
or gym. Learn Italian
dancing
or a new card game. When the topic interests you
you’re likely to find people who share your passion. Look locally. You may be surprised by how many events are happening right in your community. Look in your local newspaper or community bulletin boards. Go online for neighborhood listings. Search the name of your city plus the words “social network” or “meetups.” Volunteer. People who work together often form strong connections. Meet people by volunteering with a community center
charitable group
hospital
museum
or place of worship. Join a social circle. One of the easiest ways to meet people is to surround yourself with people who have large friend groups of their own
O’Brien says. “You may already have people in your life who have a lot of friends
” she says. Join them when they invite you out. Ask for introductions. Take the first step and start a conversation with someone new. Making Friends Online. It may seem easier to make friends online because you can find people around the world who have similar interests. If you’re an introvert
online friendships may feel more comfortable. But if you live in different areas
you can’t easily meet up or hang out in person. And online friendships may become unbalanced
where one person has a stronger emotional attachment than the other. “Making new friends online is cool and fascinating
but it can get challenging
” O’Brien says. Try to set healthy boundaries to avoid problems. How to Start a Friendship. Friendships take time
but you can take steps to spark a relationship and nurture a connection. Say yes. When you’re invited to a gathering or event
accept the invitation. Return the favor by inviting them somewhere. Extend your own invitations and ask a friend or acquaintance to get coffee or lunch. Take the initiative. “You don’t need to wait for anyone to reach out to you and take the first step. Instead
become the kind initiator
even if you’re an introvert
” O’Brien says. Start the conversation. When you’re with someone you’d like to know better
start a conversation. “Share something about yourself
” O’Brien says. “Likewise
let them share about themselves.” Show interest. Even if you’re just meeting someone
you can make them feel comfortable by asking the right questions and being a good listener. Ask open-ended questions. Encourage them to open up by saying things like
“Tell me more.” Smile. Make eye contact and smile. “Smiling while keeping good eye contact will create a positive effect on the other person
” O’Brien says. They’ll feel more comfortable and interested in the conversation. Share. As you get to know each other
try sharing small but more personal things about yourself. “If you’re open with them
it gives them permission to be open with you
” Grossman says. But don’t go overboard. Take it one step at a time. Do a small favor. Small acts of kindness often lead to intimacy and connection. It doesn’t have to be big or obvious
just a little gesture creates a feeling of good vibes. Keep it going. When you meet someone
exchange numbers. Call or message them later. Ask if they’d like to get together again. “Staying in touch is crucial
” O’Brien says. What Not to Do. Avoid these common missteps: Don’t change who you are. Don’t act different just to fit in. “Always be yourself
genuine
and honest
” O’Brien says. Don’t brag. Boasting gives people a negative impression and may be a turnoff. Don’t be too aggressive. Coming on too strong may turn people away. Ease in with friendly conversations before you suggest meeting up for coffee or a run. Don’t expect results right away. “It takes time to establish a strong bond between two people
” O’Brien says. “Do your best
but keep your expectations low.” Research suggests that it may take 10 to 15 conversations before you feel like friends. How to Know When You’re Friends. Signs of a new friendship include: The other person starts taking the initiative and calls or messages you. You feel comfortable and natural with them. You’re not hesitant to share or do something in front of them. You respond to them with empathy
and they do the same with you. “First
there’s the becoming stage
where they do something to show they value your connection. They begin to text you or invite you to something
” Grossman says. Eventually
you become hangout buddies.













two meet new friends