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Meeting new people is a great way to enrich your experiences, enlarge your social circle— or exchange it for a new one. Most of us are looking to make regular friends and if possible, true, soul friends.
Identify opportunities. We let chances to make friends pass us by every day. Instead of forcing a little small talk with your kindly neighbours, ask them in for a cup of tea and get to know them. You'll be surprised by how many potential friends there already are in your orbit.
Joining a group, club or class is an effective way to meet people. Pursue a skill you are interested in, because then you will have a good time and feel more comfortable to start a conversation.
Allow yourself to be vulnerable (易受伤害的). What if your overtures (主动表示) are refused? A degree of vulnerability is needed in trying to start friendships. To put it plainly, keeping yourself to yourself isn't going to help you. Letting others in on plans is simple ways to share, which will help build closeness and trust.
Use technology wisely. Social media can be of great help to make friends. Apps can be a good starting point, as can platforms. The more we depend on apps, the less practice we have with the kinds of conversations and experiences that really allow us to create close friendships.
A. Follow our interests.
B. Turn to community for help.
C. Here are some ways to get out there.
D. It can be frightening trying to make friends.
E. But they do not replace personal communication.
F. They're perfect ways of enlarging your social circle.
G. Have the courage to take small steps when opportunities arise.