This Is How To Make Friends As An Adult: 5 Secrets Backed By Research
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The importance of friends
Having a weak circle of friends carries the same risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
Researchers suggest that core factors for a happy life include:
- number of friends
- closeness of friends
- closeness of family
- relationships with neighbors and co-workers
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Reconnect with old friends
You have probably met a large number of friends through just a handful of people. Those are your superconnectors. Rekindle those friendships and ask them if there is anyone you should meet.
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Connecting to people by paying attention
Don’t be interesting. Be interested.
- Listen to people and ask them to tell you more.
- When they mention something you have in common, point it out.
- Be enthusiastic and encouraging.
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Be Vulnerable
Go past discussing only the weather. Allow yourself to be vulnerable to help lay the ground for a closer personal connection.
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Don’t Be A Stranger
Make the time to spend time with your friends so that they will know that you value them.
Research suggests to check in with your friends at least every two weeks.
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Start A Social Group
Denmark has the happiest people in the world. One reason is that 92% of them belong to some kind of social group, ranging from sports to cultural interests.
Starting a group is the easiest way to manage 5 friendships with 20 % of the effort. Ideas could include a weekly lunch, a monthly sewing circle or a movie night.
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