I am done school, I work all day everday, and have very few friends. How do I meet new people? This may sounds rediculous, but... I only have friends that I have met in college or in high school!
Help!
2007-12-17 08:10:54 · 36 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Not religious.
2007-12-17 09:20:14 · update #1
I am not religious.
and I am the youngest person in my office by 20 years.
2007-12-17 09:21:57 · update #2
the 'net.
at the mall.
poetry readings.
the library.
Pretty much some the same places you've met people at as a teen.
2007-12-17 08:13:57 · answer #1 · answered by special s 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Work hard to maintain the friendships that you have left from high school and college. You already have a history with them, and even though your lives will undoubtedly take different paths, the bonds you make with them now can last a lifetime. I have made a couple of friends in my neighborhood by being friendly and introducing myself, which led to small talk, which eventually led to good friends (who happen to live close by). If you don't have a hobby or sport or special interest, now is the time to develop one. You can take classes join a group and meet people that enjoy the same things you do. I know you're done with school, but I took night classes and met some really wonderful people to hang out with. They made the homework and the cost of the classes worth it.
2007-12-17 12:16:37 · answer #2 · answered by No Shortage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take more classes. Join groups. I was in that spot. It is really hard to meet new people and make friends. Some people meet others at the gym or the YMCA. I didn't have much luck with it at the gym. I took a clay class and met a few nice people and I am joining the Red Hat Society to meet ladies my age. I also took a spanish class through the Department of Parks and Recreation. The local newspaper here publishes a list of meetings and groups, maybe your local paper does that also. You could join a chuch or take up a volunteer activity to meet like minded people. Good luck.
2007-12-17 08:18:16 · answer #3 · answered by Pam H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Based on your personal interests:
photography club
bicicle club
orchid-grower club
professional organizations (meetings)
conferences
vegetarian club
book club
writer's club
church (find one you like)
metaphysical club
art festival
dance lessons
wine tasting club
volunteer at a food bank
volunteer for candidates you like
concerts
sustanable living organizations
habitat for humanity
model train club
art club
blues club
meditation group
bowling league
ice skating lessons
martial arts lessons
take a class at night
go fishing or camping with a group
sierra club
but basically you have to do something that is along your personal interests which makes it more likely you will meet people who like what you like
2007-12-17 08:22:39 · answer #4 · answered by BonesofaTeacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Join a sport team, find a hobby... my man has so many friends because he's into import cars and for his join he sells parts for a company and he's constanty traveling and meeting new people so he has all these friends and I work full time and go to school full time, thank God that it's winter break, lol... so it's like ah. I make friends at work and I dance also so I make friends in dance class and I play soccer so there's lots of different things to do... go to parties, go to places where there'll be a lot of socializing. my bf also plays guitar and skateboards.. and is into photography but mostly imports and he has good friends from high school that he still is really good friends with that he always hangs out with.
2007-12-17 08:21:12 · answer #5 · answered by Tano A 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find something that you really enjoy doing. Take a night class or find a group that participates in these activities.You will be with other people who also find these activities interesting and enjoyable so you will have a lot in common. Religious groups are good too but if you are not a religious person this may not be an option.
2007-12-17 08:15:49 · answer #6 · answered by Ellen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Haha you will soon discover that as you get older, your friends seem to fade unfortunally..... It wont be like how we used to hang out while in school anymore.
How to find friends though huh? Maybe try going to bars or maybe you will befriend someone at work? I wouldn't suggest chat room only beacause its full of 13 year olds. This is a question that I would like an answer on haha.
2007-12-17 08:15:04 · answer #7 · answered by Sapphire 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just started a painting class at the local junior college. I met some really nice people!
Besides that, I have friends I"ve made at work mostly.
2007-12-17 08:13:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You have to be open to meet new people. When you go out with the friends now, make small talk with other people at that time. One thing will lead to another.
2007-12-17 08:15:41 · answer #9 · answered by Tray 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's all about confidence. With a positive attitude smile and introduce yourself in a respectful and courteous way. Check out Cary Grant movies on TMC,he's the king of suave!
2007-12-17 08:17:05 · answer #10 · answered by Rox 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to church.... lots of college/Careers type "clubs" and if the church is big enough they may do extracurricular activities.
The other thing is to join a social club -- baseball in the summer -- or co-ed volleyball; a car club. Find some type of activity that interests you and you'll find what you're looking for.
2007-12-17 08:15:29 · answer #11 · answered by D J 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋