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How do you put yourself out there socially?

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It's easier to engage with people when you're already doing something together, like a common activity. Yoga classes, dance classes, running clubs, book clubs, and pick-up soccer games are all great examples of these.

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How do you know if someone wants to be your friend?

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The first indication would be nonverbal cues—for example, two people who talk with lots of enthusiasm and interest obviously get along well. Try to take the initiative and suggest hanging out again or doing an activity together. If the other person seems interested, it's easy to make plans. If they express interest but don't follow up, their actions probably speak louder than words.

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What if I can't make friends with my classmates?

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If you're struggling to find friends in your class, consider signing up for a club or student organization that's open to all students. Then, you can find friends that may be a year younger or older than you. Try to pick something you really enjoy. If you love playing sports, try out for one of your school's teams. This way, you can find other students that you have a common interest with.

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How can I make friends in school?

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Join after school clubs or take part in sports, this way you'll be sure to meet people who have similar interests as you. Otherwise, just approach someone and say hi. If you need an opening, ask about a school assignment, make a joke about a teacher, ask to borrow a pencil, etc. Try to talk to a new person every day for a week.

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How do I approach a girl I want to be friends with?

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Just walk up confidently and start a conversation. Ask her how her day has been.

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I'm a guy and there is another guy I'd like to be friends with. He is very nice, but we don't spend a lot of time together. How can I get him to be my friend?

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Ask him if he'd like to go to a movie, bowling, or to do some other activity. If it goes well, see if he'd like to hang out again, maybe at your house. If he has a cell phone, get his number and text him every once in a while just to say "hi."

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I don't know anyone or go to places where people my age hang out. I'd like to participate in a public activity, but I'm shy and not confident in myself. What should I do?

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Explore. Making new friends may be hard. Be confident -- this will show others that you are a very positive person and they may even approach you. Have positive thoughts in your mind and believe in yourself.

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