How to Make Friends as an Adult

Making friends is hard — especially in adulthood.

If you’re struggling to make friends as an adult, you’re not alone. According to research, the average American hasn’t made a new friend in five years. That’s a large number of lonely people in the world, isn’t it?

Here are a few signs of loneliness…

- Inability to connect with others
- No close or “best” friends
- Feelings of isolation
- Negative feelings of self-doubt and self-worth

There’s no need to throw in the towel just yet. Don’t get me wrong: it will take some work, but it’ll be worth it. And I’ll be right here to guide you.

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How to Make Friends as an Adult

1. Know Yourself

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