Chris Duffy isn't going to sugarcoat it: Making friends as an adult is hard. If you’ve ever tried to figure out exactly how to ask a potential platonic connection for their number—or word that first ...

It’s no secret that Generation Z is in the midst of a loneliness epidemic, with 73% reporting they feel alone sometimes or always. The life of a young adult is already tumultuous, but with the added ...

It’s hard to argue the joy and feeling of true safety that comes from having real, supportive, caring friendships. Humans are wired for connection and that happens naturally when we’re growing up: We ...

Knowing how to form and maintain new friendships can sometimes be difficult, particularly in adulthood. Finding common interests or joining social organizations are some ways to connect with others. A ...

As International Friendship Day approaches, it serves as a reminder of the importance of friendships at all ages and stages of life. Naturally however, as time goes on it can be harder to make and ...

If you see Alexandria Agresta breaking into a wide grin, one of her best friends—who lives thousands of miles away—probably just sent her a meme or an inspirational quote from Instagram. The person ...

Happy Pride Month, advice-seekers! We’re getting gay this June by answering LGBTQ+ questions. As always, send your dating/sex/relationship que(e)ries to redeyedating@gmail.com. My girlfriend and I ...

Large gatherings often present a paradox: surrounded by people yet feeling isolated. Whether at a concert, conference, or festival, the art of making friends in crowded spaces is a valuable skill that ...

In its 2024 report, the Chamber of Commerce ranked Atlanta the fourth loneliest city in the United States, based on the fact that roughly 45% of its households were occupied by individuals living ...

If you’ve scrolled the Durham subreddit, you’ve seen the recurrent posts: “How do I make friends here?” “New to Durham, looking to meet people!” “Anyone want to hang out?” Those are evergreen ...