How do you make friends in a new city?
Just moved cities for a new job and it feels so lonely. I have a good relationship with my coworkers but not close enough to be going out together. How do you guys make friends?
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Following - feeling the same way after starting FT a few months ago.
One thing I have started doing is volunteering for a few hours on Saturday - so far mostly middle aged women, but hoping to meet some cool people doing that.
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I moved from NYC to Chicago in April 2020 so perfect timing to be lonely in a new city. Only saving grace was my GF agreed to move in with me and follow me to the Midwest (so a little different).
In any case, we both did not have any previous contacts here, and it took us a solid couple months to even start having conversations with others (moved into a relatively new building so units were still filling, COVID of course, and April/May weather was still ass so not much outdoor activities).
What helped us start to open up our social circle (granted a bit easier with a SO who shares similar interests) was joining a local gym, with group focused classes. This has been by far the easiest way we’ve made friends.
When I moved from CA to NYC (also not knowing more than 5 people in the city) I did the same except with a more traditional gym, and made some contacts through constantly seeing them in the morning.
I think being open to trying new things can also encourage meeting people (we did a wheel pottery class, wine painting, playing tennis). Striking up conversations with people who are doing similar things to you, whether it’s at a bar/brewery, at a local record store, on a bike route if you’re into biking, or a jazz club, I’ve found those shared interests can help build a connection. You’re not always going to click with someone, but never hurts to have a conversation and see where it goes. The similar activities helps because it allows you to see them more often and see if they’re someone you’d like to hangout with. Still finding our place in Chicago, but these things have helped so hope this might be helpful for you!
When I was in NYC I joined a rugby club which was great, huge drinking culture too so all in all it was great fun and great way to meet similar people. Would recommend doing that for whatever team sport you’re into. Also great for your physical well-being so it’s win win
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