How to make friends as an adult

These are my tips on making friends as an adult.

1 . Karaoke

If you’re the karaoke type, have your karaoke friends bring their friends. Next thing you know, you’ve spent an adrenaline-fueled night screaming in a dark room. If you’re down for that, then you probably have more in common than you may have first thought.

2 . Low-stakes hangs

Find a physical place to meet up that also feels low-stakes. A personal favorite is a Erewhon. I am a huge fan of the soup bar. I also like to hang out in a car.

3 . Avoid lamenting about work

They don’t want to hear you complain about work. I started using online therapy to have a place to work through my work-related stress. I highly recommend Talkspace if you have the means and find yourself unloading work-related complaints to your friends.

4 . Take time to learn their interests

Sure, you’re vibing. But, you’re an adult with a friend-crush, but your crush probably has their own life and interests. Please don’t assume that you both like all of the same things.