

No one likes moving, plain and simple. Have you recently moved to a new town or city? It doesn’t matter if you have just left Mom and Dad’s house, moved in with your significant other, or moved with your family, moving never gets any easier. So how can you make new friends and find community in this time of transition?
1.Put Yourself Out There
It can be easy when you have moved somewhere new, especially if you are prone to be more introverted, to hole up in your house and watch Netflix every Saturday night. But as human beings, we need to be spending quality time interacting with others. So don’t be afraid to put yourself in an uncomfortable position. Go to places that have people, on purpose, and don’t be afraid to start up a conversation. This could be going to classes at your local gym, a local coffee shop, a young adults group at your church, or going to a new bar. No one is going to be offended that you singled them out to try to have a conversation.
2. Connect With People At Work
Even if you are not working at a place that has a thriving young adult community, you can still benefit from getting to know the people you interact with each day. They may know younger people that they can connect you with, or share wisdom on how they found new friendships when they moved to that particular city. And who knows? Maybe you’re new best friend is in the office right beside you.
3. Volunteer
An excellent way to meet new people and help out in your community is volunteering your time. Local charities, Salvation Army’s, and church groups are always looking for individuals who are willing to give up their time on the weekend.
4. Become A Regular
Love to read in cafes, explore new restaurants, or take new workout classes? Find a new place you love in your town and start going there regularly. That will help you to meet other people who have shared interests to yourself.