New Friend Day

It rings true that as we get older, our circle of friends gets tighter. Interests change, priorities are different, families are growing. You lose touch with people you thought you’d be close with forever. But that doesn’t mean we lose the need for companionship; for someone to laugh with, vent to, and to meet for lunch sometimes.

Friendships are beneficial for us both physically and emotionally. Believe it or not, even science proves that friendships are beneficial to our wellbeing. Some research proves that friendship is the key to a longer life. We’re aging and wishing life didn’t move so quickly. We could be making friends to extend our lives, instead.

How do you make friends as an adult? It was so much easier when we were in school surrounded by people our age. We knew who shared our interests simply based on who was on our basketball team. However, as adults, if we realize how helpful friends are, we can make it a priority to expand our circle.

Why are friends one of life’s essentials?

● Friends provide support through tribulations.
● They offer encouragement when we are experiencing self-doubt.
● They can boost our self-esteem and remind us of our importance and worth.
● They help keep you active when you feel like being a couch potato.
● They simply keep you company when you’d rather not be alone.

How can we strive to make more friends as adults?

1. Resurface past connections. If you’ve grown apart from someone you used to get along with really well, try to reconnect.
2. Join activities that you’re interested in. Research local activities. Get involved. Making friends can be easy because you know everyone there shares that specific interest.
3. Break open your shell. You’ve got to find your confidence to be outgoing. Talk to other people with the intention of making friends.
4. Ask others about themselves. Getting people to open up to you makes both of you more vulnerable. This is the perfect foundation for building a friendship.
5. Work events. If your work has a meeting, start making things personal with coworkers. Step out of your comfort zone and invite someone to grab drinks after hours someday.

Before you know it, your circle of friends can be as big as it was when you were in school. You can start having your group over for get-togethers, going to the movies or lunch, having game nights. This can greatly improve your quality of life. Blossoming friendships make for a longer, happier, and healthier life.

By: KayLynn P.


Do you have questions about your insurance? Find an insurance agent near you with our Agent Finder

Buzz Your
Insurance Agent

Search for a local agent with our agent finder map.

Agent Finder

Search All Blogs

Search
Generic filters
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Search in excerpt

Buzz Your
Insurance Agent

Search for a local agent with our agent finder map.

Agent Finder

Want to learn more about our blog writer?

Read more about KayLynn's background.

Click Here

Search All Blogs

Search
Generic filters
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Search in excerpt

First Jobs of Famous People

The Mundane Starts to Some Exceptional Careers

Sharpening the Marketing Axe For Your Business

How Using The Right Tools Can Take Your Business Marketing to The Next Level

Setting a Life Insurance Goal

You May Have Goals For Savings and Investments. What About Life Insurance?

Automotive British Speak

What The Brits Call Their Cars, Parts, and Features

The Benefits of Buying a New Constructed Home

See Why Many Younger Homebuyers are Choosing New Construction

When Did Super Bowl Halftime Shows Become Such a Big Deal?

For Years Traditional Marching Bands Served as Entertainment For NFL’s Biggest Game

Why You May Be Required to Have Business Insurance

While The Law May Not Require it, Other Factors May Dictate The Need For Business Insurance

Should You Have Life Insurance? HINT: Ask Your Spouse

Odds Are Your Spouse Would Want You to Have More Life Insurance Coverage

Changes in the Auto Industry You May Have Missed

The Brands, Models, and Features That Have Come and Gone

Six Things You Will Not Regret Splurging On

You Deserve to Have These Items Without Buyer’s Regret