It's better to take the time to reset your passwords and logins before physically hunting further for your phone.If you're worried that the phone is in someone else's hands, the sooner you do this the better, as identity theft is a serious and widespread issue.You may also want to cancel any credit/debit cards that were registered to any online stores through that device (like the App store, for example). For some, this may be very little, while for others, it could be a huge task. The speed with which you need to do this and the extent of it will depend on how much you use your phone for online interaction. If the friendship is meant to be then you’ll connect eventually.Cancel your passwords and logins. We’re typically just busy and focused on what we need to complete.ĭon’t get offended if someone just doesn’t have time to hang around right now. People think New Yorkers are rude and abrasive, but that’s really not the case. Stick by the people who put in the effort, support you, and genuinely are happy for you when you succeed. It’s a mistake to try too hard to fit in with a crowd. “Surround yourself with people whose eyes light up when they see you coming.” André De Shieldsĭon’t let yourself fall into the trap of having just “party friends” who don’t truly care about you as a person. It’s wonderful having friends who have unique perspectives on things.īe open to anyone trying to make a genuine connection and give them a chance (unless they’re giving off a creepy vibe-then trust your instincts and bolt). New York is a melting pot of different backgrounds and friendships. Some of the greatest friends that I’ve made over the years are a good bit older or younger than I am-I also have gay, straight, and trans friends, native New Yorker friends, and transplant friends. I still had that high school mentality that age is an enormous deal. It seemed so strange to me that some of my friends were hanging out with people ten years older than them. When I first moved to the city I was super young. One thing I learned over my years is to not judge a person by their age. Bumble BFFīumble isn’t just for dating-the Bumble BFF version matches you with other people looking to find their new best friend. Members can also go live and create a live video that other members can tune into (think IG live). Meetme is a social network with a live chat. Activities range from putting together sports teams, to book clubs and happy hours. MeetupĪnybody who’s a member can set up a Meetup event. You can chat with people, send virtual gifts, and share photos. Skout is an app that uses GPS to put you in touch with people nearby. You should also check out some of these popular apps are specifically for making friends: Skout There are a lot of different apps these days that focus on finding friendships-I’ve made more than one friend via Instagram and Facebook Groups that have turned into real-life friendships. Social media is a magnificent tool for connecting with people. It’s rare for me to meet a person and connect with them right away.įor a long time being social was something I had to try at-I was always the shy, quiet kid growing up.īut over the last decade, I’ve been fortunate to make some of my very best friends in the city.īelow are some general tips that helped me build my friend base in New York City.Īs long as you’re prepared to be a little vulnerable and take on a positive attitude, I’m confident they’ll help you out, too. The truth is, I’ve always felt awkward making new friends. I went through a lot of temporary friendships and even a phase where I felt like I had no friends during my first year in the city. When I moved to New York from Pennsylvania at 18, I didn’t know a single soul.