The Surprising Psychological Traps That Make Adult Friendships So Much Harder Than You Think

The Surprising Psychological Traps That Make Adult Friendships So Much Harder Than You Think

As Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, once said, “We are never so defenseless against suffering as when we love.” This can hold true for platonic love too.

The fear of opening ourselves up to potential hurt can make it challenging to make new friends.

But remember this – it’s okay to be vulnerable. It’s okay to put yourself out there. Because the reward of finding a true friend is worth the risk.

4) We’re all busy

As adults, it feels like our to-do lists are endless. Between work commitments, family responsibilities, personal care, and the occasional time we carve out for relaxation, it’s no wonder making new friends can feel like an insurmountable task.

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