MAKING CONNECTIONS
I have no friends. Where do I start?
Making connections can start slowly. Shared-interest groups, classes, or volunteering can give you something to do together while you get acquainted.
Pick a repeatable setting
Look at a local library or community center’s calendar for one activity you can realistically attend. Choose something that interests you and fits your budget and access needs.
Set a small goal
Your first goal could be arriving, staying briefly, and saying hello. You don’t need to leave with a phone number. If you liked the activity, give yourself the option of returning.
A small thing to try
An opening line you can borrow: ‘Hi, it’s my first time here. Have you been coming for a while?’
Sources & further reading
General support informed by the resources below, not a diagnosis or personalized treatment. How we create these guides
NHS: Dealing with lonelinessMind: Tips to manage loneliness