I am not one that just goes up to people to make friends or let people know that i am interested in them. I am a stay at home mom now so when i was working, i would associate with everybody but never met any friends to hang out with.
2006-12-14 05:46:34 · 19 answers · asked by cutie pie 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
I am like that too!! I never know how to go up to people to say hi or to talk. I am a stay at home mom also. I guess maybe you could go to a playground or park or mall with your kid/s, I'm sure there are many other moms there you could try to talk to. You could maybe search for a playgroup or a mom's club around your area. I think all it takes is a smile and a "hi".
2006-12-14 05:50:57 · answer #1 · answered by mycloud 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Friendships are born out of mutual interest and shared experience.
You said your are a stay at home mom. You could become more involved in your childs school, do charity work that intersts, volunteer at the library, hospital etc. You could get a part-time job during school hours. There are also clubs, social organizations, church groups. Find out what you have interest in and wish to explore, pursue that and through it you will meet new people and have the opportunity to form friendships.
The same goes online, discover myspace or other on-line communitites search fro people who share your interests and are geographically desireable, begin online connections and let it develop.
2006-12-14 05:51:46 · answer #2 · answered by rehobothbeachgui 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would be yourself and that Is good enough,I go to church groups and I look at the local newspaper for things that I am interested In and I have met people with like Interest this way.
Oh I did meet someone special and I have been with ever since and I met her doing volunteer work,we helped a couple ,the husband was extrmely ill and later died and we have been together ever since,meeting people usally happens when you least expect it to happen and I just live my life and do the things I like to do and everything fell Into place,I wish you the best.
2006-12-14 05:53:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a website called MeetUp. You can locate it at www.meetup.com. It's a really great site in which you can find interest groups in your area based on something you are (or may be) interested in. I think it's a great way to meet people in your area who share a common interest. This is NOT a dating website...it just gives new people a chance to be social. Give it a shot - there's plenty of single mom's out there just like you. Good luck!
2006-12-14 05:49:22 · answer #4 · answered by RRRRRRR 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, i can see how you feel trapped, but practice makes perfect! The first few times you put yourself out there, its going to feel awkward and uncomfortable. But the more you do it, the better you'll feel in these situations. Try and think of a good conversation starter in hopes of sparking a common interest. compliments are always a good way to start (but only if you mean it!) Also, this sounds crazy but speed dating has gotten very popular recently!
if you're not comfortable meeting people in person yet, maybe try doing it online first and building your confidence?
2006-12-14 05:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by should be working 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you said you were a stay at home mom...take your child/children to a play group, and associate with the other moms...that's how I did it once I stopped working to raise my kids. That also gives you plenty in common with your new friends, and loads to talk about. Good luck!
2006-12-14 05:49:18 · answer #6 · answered by Jennalove311 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look around the room look for someone who is alone walk up to them and say hello tell them your name and ask them a Question some thing general like how do they know the Host or Hostess .never ask personal questions that's a big no no keep the conversation light and try to ask question that can not be answered by a yes or no answer and remember keep smiling
2006-12-14 05:53:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could join a mommy and me class or try going to the local gym. also try to find a hobby outside of the house you could enjoy and make friends. i used to shoot pool on a league you could maybe find something in the local paper or ads at the store that are posted all the time like for ceramics and other things. good luck and happy holidays=)
2006-12-14 05:50:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a chance, there are many risks but the reward of making new friends is great. People dont know that you are shy so pretend that your not and just go from there.
2006-12-14 05:49:29 · answer #9 · answered by Sarah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is a good start - i have met alot of cool ppl on here....or just go out one night alone....have a drink in a quiet place and ppl watch...before long someone will come up and talk to you.....
real friends are hard to find so dont just take anyone - be picky, exspecially if you plan on hanging out with them
2006-12-14 05:51:41 · answer #10 · answered by beachnut222000 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋