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HOW TO MAKE

NEW FRIENDS AFTER 50

The early years of midlife are a hectic time for many people. Around the time many people • Utilize social media. In years past, men and women over 50 may not have had any readily
reach their late 30s and early 40s, they’re balancing the responsibilities of a career and a family. available tools to reach out and connect with new people. Social media has made it much easier
But as people enter their 50s, some of those responsibilities tend to be less significant, leaving to build such connections. Even the most obscure passions likely have a social media group
more time for recreational pursuits.
of locals devoted to them, and these groups can be great ways to meet new people. A local
Hobbies and other pursuits outside of work are often more fun when enjoyed with friends.
The Morning Call People over 50 undoubtedly recognize that it’s not always so easy to make new friends, even • Sign up for group outings. Communities often sponsor group outings to museums, the theater,
runner’s club may have its own social media accounts, and local governments and community
groups often share information about sports leagues and other groups via social media.
though it’s undeniably beneficial to have supportive relationships into your golden years. A
2017 study from researchers at Michigan State University found that valuing friendships was
a stronger predictor of health and happiness among older adults than valuing family. Those
sporting events, and other day trips. Signing up for a bus trip to a local museum presents a
great opportunity to meet people who share your interests, providing the potential to build
live significantly longer if they had more strong friendships.
| results align with an earlier Australian study that found Australians age 70 or older tended to • Broaden your horizons. Just because you’re in your 50s doesn’t mean your friends have to be.
lasting friendships built on a foundation of shared interests.
Making friends after 50 might not be as simple as it was during your school days, but these
2022, 24 July, Sunday • Identify your interests. Fifty somethings who have spent the last couple of decades building Don’t hesitate to invite younger or older acquaintances and colleagues over for dinner or on
strategies can help men and women in midlife build new friendships.
a career and raising a family can give some serious thought to their interests outside of work
weekend excursions. Friends come in all shapes, sizes and ages, so you could be missing out
or passions they hope to pursue now that they have more time to commit to such pursuits.
if you’re not willing to extend a hand in friendship to people of different ages and backgrounds.
The more interested you are in a given activity, the more likely you are to stick with it. And the
longer you stick with something, the more likely you are to meet like-minded individuals
women over 50 connect with new people.
(i.e., future friends) willing to make similar commitments. Making friends after 50 can be challenging. However, various strategies can help men and
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