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And I really do mean any kind of community, as long as it’s a group where you feel supported. I was raised without religion, largely, but I decided to start going to a church near me in March. I was feeling lost and lonely and I figured it was worth a shot. Everyone has been so, so welcoming and kind. I even got baptized last Sunday. It’s been fulfilling feeling like I’m part of something bigger than just myself, like I’m part of a larger group that I can belong to. I don’t think it has to be a religious organization, I think you can find meaningful human connection anywhere - You just have to step outside your door and go looking for it. Find a local library to hang around, small music events, anywhere where there’s people like you!
Jun 23, 2025
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that is so lovely! I grew up going to church and never connected to the belief system but have always thought the community building aspect was the whole point of religion.
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saw this at library n I thought it was very pi coded. if you’re feeling lonely and isolated in the neighborhood around you, or just see potential that isn’t being utilized, I think this is such an amazing way to put thought into action!!!!!!!
functional adult community building has mostly devolved into facebook groups and I’m glad if that brings ppl together in some ways —— but what if we didn’t need zuck and found each other and made each others lives richer…….
functional adult community building has mostly devolved into facebook groups and I’m glad if that brings ppl together in some ways —— but what if we didn’t need zuck and found each other and made each others lives richer…….
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😃I moved to a new city during covid and times were tough here for a while, but this is what worked for me:
- befriending your coworkers (sometimes they’re really cool and will become your bff, most of them time they’re fine to occasionally hang w)
-being a regular at a coffee shop, bar, or concert/show venue (hit up the familiar faces and they’re likely to introduce you to their crew as well)
-bumble bff (kind of the worst but also fun- I met a few of my close friends on here who then introduced me to their friend groups. Mostly great interactions but be weary of some ppl trying to use it as a sly dating tool)
-get involved in the community! i host a book club and I play soccer on a local rec team. I’ve met so many people that I would’ve probably never encountered otherwise through Bookclub- don’t be afraid of multigenerational friendships! With soccer, I’ve met such a diverse crowd and it’s encouraged me to attempt to learn Spanish. It’s nice to be able to get a group of ppl together and play/practice when you all have a night free, or go and watch a game! If you’re sporty, you can also invite your new sporty pals out for runs, hikes, or other workout type activities!
-bumble bff (kind of the worst but also fun- I met a few of my close friends on here who then introduced me to their friend groups. Mostly great interactions but be weary of some ppl trying to use it as a sly dating tool)
-get involved in the community! i host a book club and I play soccer on a local rec team. I’ve met so many people that I would’ve probably never encountered otherwise through Bookclub- don’t be afraid of multigenerational friendships! With soccer, I’ve met such a diverse crowd and it’s encouraged me to attempt to learn Spanish. It’s nice to be able to get a group of ppl together and play/practice when you all have a night free, or go and watch a game! If you’re sporty, you can also invite your new sporty pals out for runs, hikes, or other workout type activities!
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🧑it’s weird, but my mom has told me about this senior bingo night that she’s started going to. she looks forward to it and tells me how fun it is to hang out with them. i feel like joining a chess club or knitting circle or fucking bridge group would have been so fun as a younger person. it doesn’t really matter the age of the people as long as you’re embraced and cherished in some way. is there any forum for you to look for local clubs? also the gym. also volunteering???? it’s actually the best kept secret that folks who volunteer are compulsorily interesting. but western society is so individualist, i understand entirely that it can feel like beside school, there’s no place for you in the world. i truly hope you find somewhere that people appreciate your presence.
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