Tips for Building New Friendships When Moving To A New Place

When trying to build new friendships, it is recommended to connect with people who are in a time of transition, such as travelers or recent movers. Making others feel valued and appreciated is more important than trying to impress them. Affirmation and affection towards each other are key in budding friendship groups. Joining a social group or hobby that meets regularly creates an infrastructure for friendship. The mere exposure effect explains that we tend to like people simply because they are familiar to us, so it is important to continue showing up even when it feels awkward at first. Developing exclusivity with one person in the group by creating unique experiences together is the foundation for friendship.

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