Make New Friends and Keep the Old Ones

Look around you - at work, in your neighborhood, in your community - for potential friends. You'll find folks just like you who've gotten a little too busy and would feel more balanced by adding fun and meaningful relationships. You can take action today to strengthen the friendships you have and start new ones - check out the ideas below:

Open Up! Say hello and smile at people you meet. Practice truly listening to those around you and show an interest in them. If someone invites you to lunch say yes - even if you're usually inclined to say no. Be receptive to friendship.

Join In! Do you enjoy the theater? World War II history? Rock climbing? Look for events and clubs linked to your area of interest, and participate. You're bound to meet others who share your enthusiasm.

Express Yourself! There's nobody in the world quite like you. Be original, and proud of it. People are drawn to others who are authentic and comfortable with who they are. Just be yourself. :)

Plan Some Fun! If you're at home watching a DVD every Friday night, do something about it. Organize a game night or a night out at the symphony. Plan a monthly hike or group bike ride. Invite your coworkers, friends, and their friends/family.

Show Up! One of the most important parts of being a friend is just being there when it matters. Be available to your friends - let them lean on you when the chips are down. And when someone else organizes a get together, make a effort to attend. True friendship requires face time.

Put it into Practice

Think about the people in your life and list those you'd like to know better. Using the suggesting above, and your own ideas, write ways you can strengthen or cultivate new friendships this week.


Live Well!



Source: Health Enhancement Systems

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Live Well!

Joann