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Ten ways to make new friends

1. Decide who you want to be friends with and why you like these people.
2. Take part in after-school activities such as sports, clubs, or other activities that interest you.
3. Introduce yourself and repeat the name of the person you’re meeting (this will help you remember his or her name).
4. Work on your listening skills and think before you talk.
5. Be sensitive to other people.
6. When people say nice things about you, say thank you without being cocky. Say nice things to others.
7. Take your time making friends.
8. Be willing to risk having someone say no–some people may not be open to making new friends. But it’s important to try anyway!
9. Be positive and upbeat.
10. Throw parties to spend time with new and old friends.

Content last updated June 26, 2008

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