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How do you go about making friends as an adult?
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Jun 27, 2022 | Replies (21)Comment receiving replies
@theai It seems to me that with the isolation we had to go through with the COVID pandemic, it has been difficult to reverse ourselves now and get out more. At least, it is for me. As an introvert, it never has been easy for me to make or keep friends.
As others have mentioned, finding a "common ground" is practical and part of it all. In our little town here, I finally had to set aside my desire to just stay home, and volunteer with the valley's community association [run by 6 hardy volunteers!] to get involved and meet some people. Likewise, heading in to a craft/book/home improvement store, stepping out of my comfort zone to interact with others. You never know as you start a conversation where it might lead, you know?
What type of activities might you enjoy doing with a new friend?
Ginger
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I agree with you completely…the “pandemic” has had far reaching negative life changes than I think a lot don’t even realize. Things still aren’t normal, & who knows how long it will take. Especially people who were sick during & older folks…I fit both categories.
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thank you ginger for your input. i don't know what i would enjoy doing; just about anything i would think. i guess i just have to give it time. i'm still recovering from a stroke but will step out to the senior center or library and see if anything there is worthwhile and provides any space for interaction.