> "Go out and talk to people" isn't valid advice. It's never been, but in 2025 finally even the mainstream is slowly admitting that this doesn't work.
Why doesn't it work?
Why doesn't it work?
So, join a running club, or go to pub trivia, take an in person class, or volunteer. Pick literally anything you can show up once a week and there will be people doing stuff. It will change your life.
b) people don't want to be approached by random strangers
c) I want to be friends with people who have similar lifestyle and values to me and create deeper connections
d) people have busy schedules and don't have time to meet
Source: I've tried
> but you haven't tried this particular activity that I recommend so you cannot tell that nothing works
Shut up. The ROI is just not there, and I'm happier just sitting at home smoking weed rather than keep chasing the high of a good conversation I've had five years ago. I'm not happy this way, but definitely happier.
It continues to work for me in 2025.