How to Make Female Friends (As a Woman)
If you have difficulty making platonic female friends, understanding how women interact with each other can help you figure out why and what you can do differently. Whether you are … Read more
If you have difficulty making platonic female friends, understanding how women interact with each other can help you figure out why and what you can do differently. Whether you are … Read more
“Why do I feel embarrassed all the time? I feel awkward for no reason whenever I am in public, even if I don’t say anything.” Do you get embarrassed easily? … Read more
Do you not know what to say when a conversation gets awkward or tense? Do you wish you knew how to join a conversation without making it awkward? When awkward … Read more
Scientifically reviewed by Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.
“I haven’t hung out with anyone for a long time. It feels like I don’t know how to socialize anymore. How can I start rebuilding my social life after a … Read more
Making new friends is a fantastic feeling, but it can come with a host of insecurities. One common worry is that we’re scared of being too clingy or needy.[1] This … Read more
“I have a friend I don’t really feel close to. It’s a meaningless friendship because we don’t have a lot to talk about. We don’t have a real connection. But … Read more
“I’m so boring online. I’m shy and feel anxious whenever I make a post on social media or leave a comment on a forum. The thought of trying online dating … Read more
Scientifically reviewed by Viktor Sander B.Sc., B.A.
“I’m hard to talk to. I never know what to say, so I come off as cold or snobbish. I want to have friends, but I find the getting-to-know-you process … Read more
“Why can’t I stop talking? When I’m with other people, I often realize that I’m dominating the conversation. I feel bad when I talk too much, but sometimes it feels … Read more
“A few of my friends and people at work have told me that I come off as rude or disrespectful. I don’t mean to be inconsiderate. How can I stop … Read more
“Recently, I’ve been feeling distant from my friends. I still see them sometimes, but it doesn’t feel like we are as close as we used to be. What can I … Read more
“I can have one-on-one conversations, but every time I try to join a group conversation, I can’t seem to get a word in edgewise. How can I join a group … Read more
“I feel as if I’m smart, but people think I’m stupid. Several people have even told me that they thought I was unintelligent until they got to know me better. … Read more
“I feel like other people have an image of me that’s totally different from who I really am. Maybe it’s because I’m quiet, but even when I open up, it … Read more
“It’s difficult for me to be myself around other people, and I usually feel like I’m faking or forcing it. I try really hard to fit in, but it doesn’t … Read more
“I’m trying to make some new friends but finding it really difficult. I don’t know how to invite someone to hang out without being awkward, and I’m worried I will … Read more
“People at my job are really friendly with each other and spend a lot of time socializing. Because I’m an introvert, I don’t always feel like socializing at work, and … Read more
“My friends are flakes. We make plans, and they cancel at the last minute. I don’t know why it seems like I attract flaky people. Should I keep my unreliable … Read more
Picking up on social cues (and knowing how to respond to them) is an incredibly helpful skill when you’re trying to be socially adept. It can also be pretty frustrating … Read more
“I’m tired of being treated like crap. Everyone takes advantage of me. However nice I am, no one ever gives me any respect. They just take whatever they can get … Read more