As a young child, I always preferred spending time alone. I was perfectly content reading books by myself or playing with my dolls in my room. My parents would often find me hiding in a corner, just observing everything and everyone around me. I wasn’t shy; I was simply content being alone.
So it came as no surprise to anyone when, in high school, I didn’t have a lot of friends. I had a small group of girls that I would sit with at lunch and talk to in class, but I wouldn’t consider them close friends.
I was perfectly happy being alone and didn’t feel the need to be surrounded by people but I sometimes feel like I need proper connection. How can I start making friends and being a good one?
1 Answers
There is no single answer to this question as everyone experiences and expresses friendship in different ways. However, here are a few tips that may help you develop stronger friendships.
The first is to be yourself. Do not try to be someone you think others will want to be friends with. Be honest about your interests, thoughts, and feelings. People are more likely to connect with you if they know who you really are.
Second, don’t be afraid to reach out to others. If you see someone you would like to be friends with, take the initiative and strike up a conversation. It can be as simple as asking about a shared interest or complimenting someone on their outfit.
Third, once you have made a friend, put in the effort to maintain the friendship. This means spending time together, staying in touch even when you’re not together, and being there for your friend when they need you.
Finally, remember that friendships take time to develop. Don’t expect to become best friends with someone overnight. Start with small interactions and see where the friendship takes you.
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