How to Make Friends in a New City

How to Make Friends in a New City

I’ve moved around a LOT throughout my 20s and even early 30s (actually since I was a kid). I had to start over and learn how to make friends in a new city each time. Each city has its vibe and personality. In some places, it’s easy to go out and chat it up with strangers; others prove to be much more difficult.

As you get older, you notice that many people have settled into their “permanent lives.” They are where they will stay forever, and they are busy dealing with their families and are much more focused on creating a core group of friends that mimic their own lives. It becomes harder to figure out how to make friends in a new city and meet new people in those instances. You are shunned for being either single or only being there temporarily.

So how do you make friends in a new city? I’ll share some of my experiences, and hopefully, they will help you!

First, Get Comfortable Being With Yourself

Remember, you are better off being alone than being with people who don’t make you feel welcome or who are not interested in forming a real relationship with you. I’m not just alluding to romantic relationships. Bad friendships can also take a toll on your self-esteem and drain your energy. Continue reading “How to Make Friends in a New City”