The solution to this struggle, according to Dr. Phillips, is to get interested in who your pal is now because, inevitably, people—and their interests, goals, and achievements—grow and evolve over time. Even if it feels like you don’t have as much in common, you can still ask questions to understand their experiences and how they … Read more
We know well that earth is the vale of tears. This side of heaven, we will most certainly encounter loss, as will the people around us. While this is no secret, when the death of a loved one comes to our own lives, it can leave us frozen in our tracks and unsure of how … Read more
From online groups to going phone-free, here’s how I make friends while travelling solo. ADVERTISEMENT I was walking along the Guadalquivir River in Seville, where I had just begun my latest solo travel adventure. The weather was warm, the riverfront was bustling with people, and the view of the golden Torre Del Oro was breathtaking. … Read more
“Hello, lovely to meet you. So, how much do you weigh?” Don’t worry, you needn’t answer unless you wish to. But you’ll agree it’s a useful reminder of how not to make small talk if you want to succeed socially this Christmas. You might assume it’s intuitive to avoid highly personal questions when shooting the … Read more