How to Make Friends as an Adult
Loneliness in adulthood isn't inevitable—it's often the result of unexamined fears and outdated expectations about friendship. Jay Shetty argues that meaningful connections can be actively built through intentionality, repetition, and courage, not luck or chemistry.
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