Building The Village Podcast Building The Village Podcast | Ep. 41 | "How To Make Friends"
Dec 10, 2024
A lively guide to making meaningful connections in modern life. Topics include choosing uplifting people deliberately. Practical ways to be approachable and show genuine interest. The importance of emotional availability and being present. Simple action steps to notice opportunities and take small, intentional steps toward building friendships.
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Be Smart About Who You Call A Friend
- Be deliberate about who you call a friend and avoid relationships that drain you.
- Brandon W. Jones advises choosing people who uplift, share values, or show mutual respect to protect your time and energy.
Compliment Helped Daughter Make A Friend
- A simple compliment led Brandon's daughter to make a connection at her new school when students dressed as elves.
- He used this real example to show how small gestures can spark friendships.
Be Friendly To Make Friends
- Actively show friendliness by smiling, asking questions, and being approachable to create new connections.
- Brandon W. Jones recommends small gestures like compliments, quick texts, or inviting someone for coffee to start friendships.