Have you ever felt alone and struggled to make new friends as an adult?

Making friends gets tougher after school and college when we no longer have that built-in social circle. This can lead to loneliness, especially for those working remotely or who have moved to a new area.

In this episode you'll...

1. Understand why adult friendships are challenging but possible
2. Learn practical strategies to put yourself out there
3. Gain confidence to initiate conversations and make new connections

Listen now to discover actionable tips for making friends that stick, even if you're an introvert who struggles with small talk.

Topics Discussed:

• Challenges of making friends as an adult
• Impact of remote work and COVID-19 on socializing
• Overcoming fear of being perceived as "weird"
• Finding people with shared interests/values
• Using childhood interests to rediscover your passions
• Initiating conversations without small talk
• Asking intentional questions to build rapport
• Putting yourself in situations to meet new people
• Embracing discomfort to facilitate growth
• Practical first steps to start making friends

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