Large gatherings often present a paradox: surrounded by people yet feeling isolated. Whether at a concert, conference, or festival, the art of making friends in crowded spaces is a valuable skill that ...

Friendship is vital for our health and happiness, but we don’t always prioritize it. The Optimist’s Maggie Penman goes on a journey to make new friends and learn why so many of us are craving ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. If you’re like most people, you want more friends—and you may ...

Nothing’s better than hosting a party for your friends. Whether you watch a movie, order pizza, sit around and gossip, or all of the above, it feels great to gather a bunch of besties so you can eat, ...

In my first year of high school, all of my friends lived in my phone. It was the first full school year affected by COVID-19, which meant we were at school in person one day—only taking one four-hour ...

Ah, the good ole days! When we were in school, making friends was much easier. You got plenty of time to interact and socialize in the lunchroom and on the playground. There seemed to be an endless ...