{"product_id":"making-friends-as-an-adult-for-dummies-isbn-9781394288458","title":"Making Friends as an Adult For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake lasting friendships at any age\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaking Friends as an Adult For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps you overcome the challenges of building friendships, forming new bonds, and meeting new people. First, you'll learn what your friendship needs are and decide what kind of friends you'd like to meet. Then you'll get concrete advice for building a new social circle, turning acquaintances into good friends, and letting go of friendships that just aren't working out. Single or married, parent or childfree, many people face these same challenges. This Dummies guide will show you that you aren't alone and will help you discover sustainable ways to overcome loneliness, keep friendships going despite occasional tension, and build your “family of choice.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess your friendship needs and learn how to find people who would make good friends\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain the communication skills to resolve conflict in new and existing platonic relationships\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOvercome your fear of rejection and learn to politely end friendships that aren't working\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn to be a good friend and deepen the friendships you build\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake friends after retirement, relocation, extended isolation—or just because friends are nice to have. \u003ci\u003eMaking Friends as an Adult For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the judgment-free book that makes it easy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Uncovering the Challenges of Making New Friends as an Adult 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Understanding the Challenges of Making Friends 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Discovering Why Some People Have a Harder Time Making Friends 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Assessing Your Friendship Needs 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Manifesting Your Ideal Friend 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Discovering How to Make New Friends 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Finding Friends in New Places 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Approaching New People 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Making Small Talk with New People 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Coping with Shyness and Social Anxiety 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: How to Be Friendlier 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Making Deeper Connections with People 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Turning Acquaintances into Friends 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Keeping Your Friendships Going 191\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Reaching Out to People 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Being a Good Friend 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Creating a Sense of Community 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Handling Friendship Foibles 243\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Navigating Common Friendship Challenges 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ending Friendships the Right Way 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Identifying What to Do When Making Friends Seems Impossible 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Coping with Loneliness 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 311\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Ten Reasons Why You’re Having Trouble Making Friends 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: The Ten Types of Friends You Really Need 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Ways to Have a Vibrant Social Life When You Don’t Have Friends Yet 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 339\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebecca Greene, MSW, LMSW,\u003c\/b\u003e is a mental health therapist in group practice and a self-help author. She received her MSW degree from The Catholic University of America. She helps people of all ages develop healthier friendships and overcome friendship challenges. Rebecca speaks and writes regularly on the topics of friendship, social skills, and mental health.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuild your social circle, the easy way\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaking friends as an adult can be tricky. This book breaks down the reasons why friendship becomes more elusive in adulthood. Maybe you can’t find the time to form new friendships, or maybe social anxiety plays a role. Whatever your situation, this practical\u003ci\u003e For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e guide has tips and advice for attracting new friends into your life and deepening the social connections you already have. Ate every stage of your life’s journey, strong friendships are essential. 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