JayG Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 hour ago, Jooj said: This is probably the most nihilistic thing ive ever read. O.T.: If you dont keep your friends from school/college its over tbh Not true at all… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 minute ago, #Beautiful said: oh and as for peoples replies above: YOUR WORK COLLEAGUES ARE NOT YOUR FRIENDS. dont move through life thinking otherwise, ever No they’re not but some of them become very close friends… literally formed family bonds with multiple of them who were once colleagues, it can happen depending on where you work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#Beautiful Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 minute ago, JayG said: No they’re not but some of them become very close friends… literally formed family bonds with multiple of them who were once colleagues, it can happen depending on where you work it definitely can happen and it depends on the workplace and individual but when it comes to work colleagues and while still on said job if you insist on socializing with them for friendship always and i literally mean always keep a safe distance in what you say because people are snakes and theyll do whatever they need to do for their own bag at the end of the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McNulty Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 3 hours ago, taylamour said: I've made lifelong friends with other people suffering at the same workplace as me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solaria Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 I find the energy you put out to the world is the energy you receive back. When you start taking care of yourself better, you become more confident with yourself and make friends easier. When I started working out and eating healthier for example I became much more confident in approaching people which is how I made 2 new friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solaria Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 11 minutes ago, #Beautiful said: it definitely can happen and it depends on the workplace and individual but when it comes to work colleagues and while still on said job if you insist on socializing with them for friendship always and i literally mean always keep a safe distance in what you say because people are snakes and theyll do whatever they need to do for their own bag at the end of the day See I see this kind of advice ALL the time, not just on here but also on Twitter and TikTok. ‘Don’t trust your colleagues’ ‘Everyone at work will throw you under the bus’ This must be a USA workplace thing right? Cause I rarely hear that kind of advice over here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helpthomas Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 um. why is everyone in this thread literally cynical. i’ve met people through people. say you attend your colleagues party, and you meet someone there and they end up being one of the funniest people you’ve ever met. or if i stumble upon someone i i kinda know but not really, i always ask what they’re up to this weekend to both show interest and remind them i exist and also jump on new plans with new people if it sounds fun! i disagree with everyone in this thread who’s decided life’s over if you don’t carry on with your friends from school or whatever. we’re all curious people, and we have to get uncomfortable and push ourselves to socialize more if we fall out of it at a certain stage in our lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandicha Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 i've made some new friends through work, alumni networks, mutual friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriser Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 To add to what others say, if you're not big on the bar/dating scene (as I'm not) perhaps develop some social hobbies. I met my best friend & associated circle through online gaming. it sounds lame but actually it's become the most meaningful relationship i've got and we hang out like all the time. there is an element of I got lucky, but I do think mutual interests can be the basis of friendships for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Power love Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Watch an episode of Moesha! She will become your friends quick! Especially in your head! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#Beautiful Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Love Again said: See I see this kind of advice ALL the time, not just on here but also on Twitter and TikTok. ‘Don’t trust your colleagues’ ‘Everyone at work will throw you under the bus’ This must be a USA workplace thing right? Cause I rarely hear that kind of advice over here I live in eastern europe Edited April 7, 2023 by #Beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imabadkid Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 college and work are where I’ve met all my adult/post high school friends. and then eventually u make new friends through some of your other new friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breakdown Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 You (or rather I) don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 7 hours ago, Love Again said: See I see this kind of advice ALL the time, not just on here but also on Twitter and TikTok. ‘Don’t trust your colleagues’ ‘Everyone at work will throw you under the bus’ This must be a USA workplace thing right? Cause I rarely hear that kind of advice over here Same. Ew. The US seems horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 8 hours ago, #Beautiful said: it definitely can happen and it depends on the workplace and individual but when it comes to work colleagues and while still on said job if you insist on socializing with them for friendship always and i literally mean always keep a safe distance in what you say because people are snakes and theyll do whatever they need to do for their own bag at the end of the day Where do you live. How ****** is that? I’ve never had that experience at all. People I’ve worked with actually HELPED promote me. 💀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#Beautiful Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 hour ago, JayG said: Where do you live. How ****** is that? I’ve never had that experience at all. People I’ve worked with actually HELPED promote me. 💀 romania. i work with brits tho, so it depends on the workplace i guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayG Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 34 minutes ago, #Beautiful said: romania. i work with brits tho, so it depends on the workplace i guess Tragic, never had that experience, people have helped and even nominated me for **** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
305 Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Going out to bars and clubs is the easiest way, I've met so many different types of people like this. And then their friends sometimes become your friends as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvadaKedavra Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Some of my friends and i how i meet them Roommates From University From Grindr (I was lookin for friends not sex) Reddit people reaching out to me cause they liked my posts From Whastsapp Groups Neighboor. Accidentally while she was outside with her cat But yes is harder....i feel like there's a pandemic of solitude today. We are more connected than ever but at the same time very lonely As a LGBTI dude it doesnt help how so many people in the comunity are lookin for Sex only. it would be amazing if everyone was more open to friendship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonginBey Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Maybe stop being an ******* on here for starters? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacardo Royale Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 grindr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATRL Moderator madonnas Posted April 7, 2023 ATRL Moderator Share Posted April 7, 2023 Meet them at shows, concerts, and then actually follow through with hanging out again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chromatico Posted April 11, 2023 Share Posted April 11, 2023 (edited) It all depends on your circumstances, personality type and line of work probably. Generally if you're more of an introvert the odds are already against you, but if you're lucky you could still find new friends using apps possibly. I work from home and I've lost all my social skills (if I had any to begin with lol). Introverted to the bone and don't feel like I can relate to anyone around me, so it's a lost cause more or less at the moment. I'm in my mid 20s so things can change ig but you can't force friendships imo. Anyway good luck OP, maybe you can share with us if you find success Edited April 11, 2023 by chromatico Typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FENTY. Posted April 12, 2023 Share Posted April 12, 2023 Gym, work, tinder… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffy Posted April 12, 2023 Share Posted April 12, 2023 Church community groups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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