DON'T blow your brains out. You have friends here on Yahoo Answers!
Like all things worthwhile, friendships are hard work, and sometimes you find yourself starting from scratch. But fear not! You can make new friends at any age. Here's how.
Shake up your routine.
The best way to make friends is to leave your comfort zone. Instead of going to the same old places, vary your routine—you never know who you might meet. Volunteering is a perfect way to stir things up. Not only does donating your time make you feel good about yourself, it also puts you around other good-hearted people.
Go online.
Too shy to strike up a conversation with a stranger? Head to the Web to warm things up. Though it may have started with online dating, these days there are lots of popular social networking websites for making friends. Search around and see which is best for you.
Become a joiner.
Whether it's a book club or a running group, clubs are great places to meet people, and they usually welcome newcomers with open arms. Always wanted to learn photography, feng shui, or golf? Take a class at your local college or community center. You'll enrich your mind and body while meeting other active and fun people.
Network, network, network.
Tap into your existing social network to meet people. Put on your host hat and throw a party where everyone has to bring two friends. Ask your guests to wear nametags and make introductions—while you make an effort to talk to each person at least once. Your children are also a great way to network. Whether it's a mom-and-tot play group or a parents' organization at your child's school, you're guaranteed to have something in common: your kids.
Put your best foot forward.
No matter what approach you take to making new friends, pay attention to the image you project. Use your body language to convey openness and warmth to the people around you—show that you are open to meeting new people. And remember to take it slowly. Budding friendships have to be nurtured, so don't expect too much too fast. Get to know your newfound friends one step at a time.
2006-08-01 15:11:03
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answered by ndtaya 6
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Instead of thinking of blowing your brains out... why don't you go out and try to meet some people. You could join a church or synagogue, go to the "Y" and work out, check the newspaper for group meetings that might interest you (i.e., bridge club, dance club, book club). Get a job or go to school... there are all kinds of ways to meet new people and make new friends. Call some of your old friends from where you used to live. Hang in there... I know how hard it is to move. I'm a Navy wife and I've moved more times than I care to count! But, if you make an effort I promise you you'll have friends in no time. Good Luck!
2006-08-01 15:16:10
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answered by CxeLady 3
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2016-08-28 14:13:48
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answered by ? 4
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Don't despair.
I just moved to a new city I'd never been to which is almost 1000
miles from anybody know. I don't know anyone here, but I started a new life here, found a decent job and it is a great opportunity to make improvements in your life having a new start.
Most cities have Newcomers Committee where they welcome new people.
Start going to a church, any church where people are friendly.
Start to do volunteer work and you'll meet people.
Don't be alone.
There are people who care.
Talk to a minister, a priest, there are help lines/hotlines
in the phonebook, even call 911 if you feel so despairing.
There are wonderful friends everywhere, you've just got to
get out and meet them.
will pray for you.
2006-08-01 15:14:55
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answered by Ivy 3
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Maria... We have to talk...
#1 Lose that last name... There's a place where you can choose an alternate name... NOBODY likes gonorrhea... Hopefully, that's NOT why you lack friends...!
#2 Things can always get better tomorrow... Yes, I know... They can also get worse, but work with me here... Let's try being optimistic, OK...?
#3 Since you're in a new city, there are ALL KINDS of opportunities to make new friends and acquaintances... Give it time... There will be a period of adjustment - that's to be expected...
#4 Relax and settle into your new place... Sure, it's a bit awkward at first, but you'll settle into a routine and things'll even out...
#5 It's true... You have friends here that will email and Instant Message you and there's always someone to get rid of that loneliness... Feel free to email me anytime you'd like, friend...! =)
God bless
Bill
2006-08-01 15:20:10
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answered by KnowhereMan 6
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You'll make friends. I hope you're not serious about blowing your brains out. However, if you are that might not be a bad thing. You can check out a Suicide Prevention support group. It will solve 2 things - 1. you won't blow your brains out and 2. you will meet other people there and you'll have friends.
2006-08-01 15:14:25
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answered by inthrvster@sbcglobal.net 1
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blowing the ole brains out ...just not a option, remember that life is more than having friends. i know that sounds silly but it is true. You must firt be freinds with yourself, love yourself and the rest will follow. Use your interests as a stepping stone into making friends and remember that if they dont want to be your friend then they are not worth having. You hold the power shame on them if they are not intersted because they lose out in knowing you. It may take awhile but you will find them....it may be only one or it may be a thousand but dont worry they will come. be yourself not who they want you to be and good luck to you we are all too precious to cease existance in this way.
2006-08-01 15:38:33
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answered by yuri 2
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I am pretty freindless. Okay I have no freinds. It is not do to myself. My ex bf has run all of them away for years and now I just do not have any and I think I forgot how to make new ones. Do not blow your brains out though. It will get better. I hope for both our sakes...
2006-08-01 15:13:15
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answered by Miriah 3
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I don't have friends.......I do know a lot of people now but still haven't made a close friend yet.....I changed of country so I am just giving myself time and others to know me better as well I get to know them better too.....I guess a way to meet people now is by Internet , go to a web page from your city and go to any chat room there and that can be a start....
2006-08-01 15:19:12
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answered by JTB 4
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I been there. LOL! Figuratively speaking, of course, I have no idea where you are. Just hang on. You'll meet new people eventually. Usually the way it has gone with me is that eventually I meet so many people that I wish for the days when I didn't know anyone so that I could live in peace.
2006-08-01 15:13:02
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answered by Anonymous
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