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The more meaningful relationships that you have in your life, the healthier you\u2019ll be. It\u2019s a fact \u2014 making an effort to meet new people and have positive social interactions with friends can be a source of many different health benefits<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, a lack of strong relationships can cause the same mortality risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day (according to Harvard\u2019s Healthbeat<\/a>). Making new friends is important for your health and happiness \u2014 you\u2019re never too old to get started! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s absolutely possible to meet new people online<\/a>, this article will focus on how to make new friends (both romantic and platonic) out in the real world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where Can I Meet New People?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some places are better to meet new friends than others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best ones provide a situation that breaks the ice and gives people a natural reason to talk to each other. This type of space allows one to meet others who are similar in terms of interests, hobbies and values. This applies to those of us who are looking for new friends and for romantic partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forget about the usual spots \u2014 a party, nightclub, or church, to name a few. Let\u2019s talk about some unique places you can go to make new friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Places to Meet Girls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tired of online dating? Fed up with your guy friends? Looking to make more female friends? If you answered yes to any of these questions, here are five common places that are in most cities to try meeting women<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bookstores<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bookstores are usually open, friendly environments. They\u2019re a perfect place to kill an hour of free time so you\u2019ll get all kinds of different people coming in and browsing the various sections. Unlike the library, talking is encouraged inside of bookstores and there are often places to spend extended time like tables, couches and chairs. As a result, people are generally happy to chat if approached. Especially if there\u2019s a shared literary interest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start by browsing sections that align with your interests. It\u2019s easy to start a conversation with someone who\u2019s checking out the same section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could ask them about the book they have in their hand or ask if they\u2019ve tried reading an author you\u2019ve been hearing about. See if they have any recommendations or are in need of reading suggestions themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your local bookstore has a coffee shop attached or nearby, ask them if you could buy them a beverage to continue your conversation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art Shows<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Most of us can appreciate the inherent beauty of art. That\u2019s why art gatherings are perfect places for meeting all kinds of different people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like bookstores, art shows provide a great opportunity to get into a deep conversation with someone you\u2019ve just met. If you were to go to a bar, it might be difficult to find common interests. But at an art exhibition, the conversation topic is right in front of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you aren\u2019t an art aficionado, you can approach someone and ask a thousand different questions to get conversation flowing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could ask about their favorite artist, their preferred era of art history, their favorite museum, their favorite medium, if they\u2019ve done any art forms themselves – the list is virtually endless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an added bonus, many art galleries and museums have free entry on certain days of the week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concerts and Festivals<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Like art gatherings, concerts and festivals attract art lovers and bring out overwhelmingly positive energy in people. Concerts are an awesome way to meet like-minded people and even make friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lots of people go to concerts alone and would appreciate having a gig-buddy. It\u2019s easy to approach other people who are by themselves because they\u2019re probably feeling equally awkward about standing alone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go up to them with a smile and ask who they\u2019re there to see, which songs you hope the band plays, or just questions about their love of music in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve got nothing to lose – might as well go for it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hobby Classes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Depending on your hobbies or interests, signing up for a class is one of the best ways to meet women. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you want to study a foreign language, learn how to cook, or take a dancing or painting class – odds are you\u2019ll be able to make great female friends there. Hobby classes are a perfect way to meet new people who you\u2019ll be able to click with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groupon<\/a> is great for seeing which classes are available in your area, at a discount. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if the class that you decide to take doesn\u2019t have any potential new friends or prospective dating opportunities, that\u2019s ok too! You\u2019ll still be able to learn about a subject you enjoy and develop your own interests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Volunteering<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You may be cleaning floors at a charity organization because you care deeply for a cause. But one thing about volunteering is that it has, what sociologists refer to as \u201cunintended consequences.\u201d In our case, this means you might meet a new crush or make a new friend in the course of your volunteering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amy Senior and Nick Libell\u2019s story is a beautiful example. The couple met while volunteering at All About Kids, a children\u2019s charity organization in the UK. They narrated their story<\/a> for The Guardian:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOur eyes met across a crowded room more than 40 10-year-olds waiting for their spaghetti bolognese (we never said it was glamorous) and there was no looking back. You get to know each other really quickly and in your most natural state \u2013 there are no dating rulebooks or games (other than the occasional Top Trumps or table tennis, of course) and you see the real person rather than the front.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The great part about volunteering is you\u2019ll meet people who are genuinely good-hearted and care about others. Even if you don\u2019t meet someone who you\u2019d like to be friends with, you\u2019ll feel good about being able to give back to those who need your help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Places to Meet Guys<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that meeting guys is generally even easier than meeting girls. Most men are open to conversation regardless of who you are – here are some promising ways to try meeting new guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gym<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If fitness is important to your health and happiness, why not try to meet guys who feel the same? Learning how to engage a guy at the gym can be tricky though. You\u2019ve got to be tactful about who and how you approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to avoid guys who are all business and not making eye contact with anybody. If they have their headphones in and seem hyper-focused on their workout, they\u2019re probably not there to socialize.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A great way to approach someone in the gym is to ask for advice. Everybody likes being an expert in something. If you see them deadlifting with great form, doing an interesting core routine or just rotating on a machine circuit – ask them about it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019ll jump start the conversation and you can take it from there. Ask about other advice they have for staying in shape, about their diet or if they run or go hiking in the area to continue the conversation further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comic Stores<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The comic industry and comic stores, in particular, are historically male-oriented. That\u2019s started to shift in recent years but in general, you\u2019ll still see mostly guys inside of comic stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the widespread popularity of DC and Marvel comic movies, the stereotypes of nerdy guys being into comics is no longer the dominant narrative. All kinds of guys are getting into comics. They enjoy going back and learning about the origins of all their favorite comic-movie heroes.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go into a comic store with an open mind and an interest in learning about a truly fascinating, artform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiking<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Similar to the gym, if you\u2019re into health and fitness going hiking on the weekend is a wonderful way to meet like-minded individuals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re hesitant about talking to someone in the gym, the hiking trails provide the perfect alternative. You\u2019re out in a beautiful environment in a social setting. If you come across someone hiking, it\u2019s totally normal and natural to strike up a conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An easy way to start a conversation is to ask for advice about which trails to take, which other hikes they enjoy in the area or just ask if they need a hiking buddy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Farmer\u2019s Market<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Most towns and cities have farmer\u2019s markets on weekends. They\u2019re a great place to meet responsible, down-to-earth guys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anybody who has their life together enough to go shopping for the vegetables early on a Saturday morning is probably someone who could be a positive addition to your life.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask them about what they\u2019re hoping to find at the market, what type of food they like cooking, or what they do after the farmer\u2019s market on weekends. It\u2019s also a great way to casually \u201crun into\u201d someone again if you get too nervous to make contact at first! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Out There and Meet New People!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Friendship is a form of love. As David Tyson beautifully puts it, \u201cTrue friendship comes when the silence between two people is comfortable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And while it’s great to make friends with strangers, you may want to do some background research on them just to make sure they don’t have anything to hide before you get too involved. Searching them by name on Spokeo<\/a> can help you get peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now get out there and check out these places today! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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