The Surprising Psychological Traps That Make Adult Friendships So Much Harder Than You Think
So yes, making friends as an adult may be harder because we’ve become more selective.
But on the flip side, it also means that the friendships we do form are likely to be richer and more rewarding.
3) Fear of rejection
Let’s be honest, who enjoys the sting of rejection? It’s a tough pill to swallow at any age, but as adults, it seems to hit harder.
The fear of rejection can hold us back from reaching out and making new connections.
We might worry about coming off as desperate or needy, or we might dread the awkwardness if things don’t click.
