Meeting new people is going to take some work, but I have faith in you. All you need to do is get up from the couch, put your shoes on, and get out there.
1. START DOING STUFF BY YOURSELF: If you know someone, don’t always ask them along to do things. Going alone is a great way to meet new people. First, people interact with others who are alone. And second, it forces you outside of your comfort zone. So, what I’m trying to say is, doing things alone will end up with you not being alone. How poetic. Remember this when you’re learning how to meet new people.
2. BE MORE OPEN: It’s okay to be nervous and shy in the beginning. But eventually, you’ll need to open yourself up and become social. I’m not saying to have to wear your heart on your sleeve and be an open book, but you have to allow yourself to be a little vulnerable so that people feel comfortable around you.
3. ALLOW PEOPLE SET YOU UP: Maybe your mom or neighbor know someone who works in your building or who also likes stuff you like. Just let them set you up. I mean, are you really in the position to reject this offer? Plus, it could work out really great. And if it doesn’t, well, it’s not like you’ll have to see them again.
4. BECOME A REGULAR: You need to become a regular somewhere. Whether it’s a bar, book club, or yoga studio – just become someone that’s always there. You’ll become friends with the people who work there and the other regulars. It’s one of the easiest ways to make new friends. Just make sure you’re a regular of something you actually like.
5. BE MORE ACTIVE ON SOCIAL MEDIA: I have a couple friends who I met through Twitter. Yeah, I know, I thought it was weird at first too. But actually, social media is a great way to meet new people. If you’re always messaging through Twitter or Instagram, then why not just meet up and seal the deal?
Meeting new peeps is a
great thing.
Meeting new friends is indeed a very good one