Six Ways to Make a Friend


	Six Ways to Make a Friend

Xeneri

1-31-2007 4:44 PM

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relationships, men, women, love, life, health, psychology, behavior, friends, friendship

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Six Ways to Make a Friend
The older we get, the harder it is to make new friends. Bonding with fresh faces.
by Karen Karbo

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        Sign up for a group travel adventure: People tend to bond more easily when out of their comfort zone. The experience will provide an instant group of people with whom you share a unique memory.
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        Take a class in something you love; enthusiasm is 
contagious.
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        Get a dog (a pet is also good for your heart) and show up every morning at your local dog park. People love to chat about their pooches.
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        Track down old high school or college pals who live in your area, and see if old friendships can be resumed.
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        Take a fresh look at your neighbors, coworkers, 
classmates, fellow gym bunnies—the people you meet and greet on a regular basis. If you've been standoffish, say hello. If you've traded hellos for months, engage them in 
conversation.
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        Smile.
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