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Making friends as an adult in a new city
College gave you friends by default. After that, you have to build it on purpose. The good news: shared living is the easiest place to start. Say yes to small thingsChai in the common room, a Sunday walk, a quiz night. S...
CoShelters Editorial12 Nov 2026 · 1 min read
College gave you friends by default. After that, you have to build it on purpose. The good news: shared living is the easiest place to start.
Say yes to small things
Chai in the common room, a Sunday walk, a quiz night. Small, repeated contact builds friendships.
Pick one recurring activity
A weekly run, a book club, a football game. Repetition matters more than intensity.
Be the organiser once
Start a group chat for your floor or building. Someone has to, and people are usually grateful.
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