What mindset is most helpful when trying to make friends?

Be open, patient and willing to put yourself out there

Only invest time in relationships that feel natural right away

Look for the “right” social setting

Wait until somebody seems interested before you make the first move

What’s one of the best ways to make new friends as an adult?

Put yourself in situations where you’ll see the same people regularly

Wait for friendships to happen naturally

Focus on meeting as many people as possible

Stick mainly with people you already know

What’s a good thing to do if you’re feeling lonely?

Reach out to a family member, friend, counselor or health care provider

Give yourself time to think over your feelings

Focus on being busy or productive so feelings don’t take over

Limit conversations until you feel like yourself again

When you’re trying to make a new friend, what matters more than being charming or witty?

Showing genuine interest in the other person

Making a great first impression

Being the most talkative person in the room

Supportive listening helps deepen relationships. What’s the most helpful first move?

Focus on understanding their feelings before trying to fix anything

Jump in with advice so the person doesn’t feel stuck

Let the person vent, then change the subject to something lighter

Share a similar experience to show you’ve been there too

Quiz: How to Make Friends and Build Real Connections

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