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Every friendship begins with some sign that two people are interested in becoming friends. To make a new friend, we can communicate that we like a certain person, we want to spend time with them, and ...

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Hitting your 30s can be amazing, but it can also be really hard. It’s a big season of change, but it’s also when you kind of start figuring stuff out and getting your sh*t together. Hopefully, that ...

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Whether you’re studying online or on campus, making connections can improve more than just your college experience. It could enhance your overall quality of life. Chantel Freeman “Building a community ...

Meeting friends while traveling or living abroad isn’t as daunting as it might seem—and putting in the effort to find and foster these relationships could just be the best part of your trip. ByKaitlyn ...