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Make New Friends…
By Lorraine Talmi
Yikes! It's a new school year! For many of us, that means friendship anxiety. Worried last year's friends won't talk with you? Or did your BFF move away—how will you survive? Or worse: how can you face not knowing anybody at a whole new school?
It's Easier than You Think
Nervous about meeting people? Uncomfortable in a new situation? Don't worry, that's completely normal! Everyone feels that way—really, everyone. Keep that in mind and you'll soon realize that everyone can relate to how you're feeling if you're new or missing your BFF. They may even be missing theirs.
Be Your—Friendly—Self
Still anxious? Try to think of new situations as opportunities, not problems. Say to yourself, "Just think of how many new friends I can make." Smile, be friendly, and before you know it you will have more friends than you can count.
And don't forget to stay in touch with far-away friends through IM buddy lists, emails, and letters. You can share stories of your new friends with your old ones!
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Make New Friends…
Want to make a bunch of new friends? Try these five simple steps:
1. Be a friend.
The most sure way to make a friend is to be a friend—especially the type of friend you'd like to have. Want to hang out with fun, caring, and thoughtful people? Be that way yourself!
2. Be positive.
Want to spend time with someone whose fun? Who wouldn't! So keep things light and fun yourself. Not having a good day? Poke fun at your troubles. Just missed a pitch, or fell trying to do a handstand in gym? Laugh! Others will laugh with—not at—you.
3. Develop an interest.
Like sports? Dance or theater? Drawing or painting? Chess or other games? Check out the after-school clubs offered in your area. You'll find others who like what you like and making friends with them won't be hard.
4. Take the first step.
When you see new people, be brave and take the first step. Break the ice, smile, and introduce yourself. Find out something about them: what they like to do? Do they have a pet? Brothers or sisters? Before you know do it, you'll be talking up a storm.
5. Share the wealth.
Good friends share everything: stories, experiences, games, magazines, books—sometimes they even share lunch! Doing stuff together builds friendships. |
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