5 Common Ways Friendships Change (in late adulthood)

[@sheiladodge7746]

While I always enjoy the tips that Cyn Meyers shares, I think that where you live might be the key here. If you move to a new location, most people that I have met, have their friends & don't want to include others in their circle of friends.

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

Moving to a new town can feel a bit like being the new kid on the playground. Maybe you could map out local spots that pique your interest-be it the community center, library, or even the coffee shop with the best reviews. Make it your mission to visit one new place a week. With each visit, challenge yourself to strike up a conversation, even if it’s just a simple compliment or asking for a recommendation. This way, you’re not just passively hoping to meet new people; you're actively weaving yourself into the fabric of your new community.

[@newfygirl58]

I recently moved back “home” after being away for 51 years! I agree with you Sheila. I’m having a hard time making friends. I’m trying hard to rekindle old friendships and make new friends. I’m finding people clicky.

[@proyectocultural4679]

This was a very insightful and informative video! Thanks for sharing!

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

You are so welcome, I'm glad 😀

[@Jcavadino1]

I am always amazed about the body language of Cyn. So powerful:)

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

Thank you for your kind words 😊

[@BarnabyBarry]

Cool video-Actually in Thailand many more friends here as in the 🇺🇸 as we are all expats and have similar interests-younger gf’s etc.-healthy life style-pools/jacuzzi/gyms

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

t's great to hear that you've found a thriving community in Thailand, filled with like-minded friends and a healthy lifestyle. 😊

[@victorhugohernandez9056]

Thank you Mrs Meyers!❤

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

Any time, Victor 💕

[@DreyaLynx]

Doesn't matter how much effort I am putting in, I am watching my older friendships (over 30 years and some over 40 years) gradually going away . I can't make new friends, trust I tried. I had enough disappointments and I am giving up on friendships after having a few good and close friends in my younger adulthood. I am 54 recently lost my husband after a short illness and with a young child. I never felt so alone.

[@BeeRich33]

You're not alone. Plenty of us are around. Find a morning coffee shop with a good crowd. People are disappointing.

[@nancys.100]

I found good on line groups for widows & walking in my neighborhood. People are busy.

[@CynMeyerSecondWindMovement]

I'm genuinely sorry to hear about the challenges you've been facing, especially during such a profoundly difficult time. Losing close friendships and navigating the world without your partner must feel incredibly isolating, not to mention the responsibility of raising a young child on your own. It's understandable to feel the way you do, to grapple with the notion of giving up on forming new friendships after repeated disappointments. Yet, it's also at times like these that the seeds of new beginnings quietly sprout. It's never too late to form meaningful connections, though they might appear in places we least expect. Sometimes, the most enduring friendships are forged not through direct seeking but by sharing experiences, joining groups or activities that resonate personally with us, or even through volunteering. Each step you take towards something that adds meaning to your life-be it a hobby, a cause you care about, or simply being in spaces where kindness and understanding are valued-can open unexpected doors to new relationships. At 54, with the wealth of experiences and resilience you undoubtedly possess, you have so much to offer to those around you. And it's not about replacing the old but about opening new chapters that complement the story of your life. You're navigating an incredibly tough phase, but within you lies the strength to face this, to find light in moments of loneliness, and to build bridges to new beginnings. Your experiences, your wisdom, and your capacity for love are invaluable gifts that can touch the lives of others in profound ways. In sharing your journey, you might just light a path for someone else who feels lost, creating unexpected friendships along the way. Don't lose hope ❤️

[@AyaSmith-rb2hp]

I am so very sorry you are going through that kind of loss and after a child’s illness. Several years ago my father passed and a few weeks later my son. It seemed most of my friends were no where to be found. Now at 65, I have some friends that live far away or are in relationships or married. I maybe see them a couple times a year and we are just not as close. Most my friendships are phone calls. I do have two or 3 neighbors that would take me to the doctor or hospital and maybe drop something off I might need. I am grateful but it is such a difference from the old days of someone just wanting to spend time together and chat. I go to water aerobics and the cliques are already formed and not looking for new friends. I walk my dog and chat with some people at the dog park but mostly live as a loner. I do have a daughter who lives where it gets freezing cold. I am in Florida and have asthma where I would find it hard to live there but am thinking of spending summers there. She is the only family I have left. I hope things get better for you over time and you find some people to be with. It is so hard when you are grieving. ❤

[@DreyaLynx]

@@AyaSmith-rb2hp ❤🤍