Why Is Making Friends So Hard? A Gen Z Dialogue on Friendship (Part II)

So, maybe you’re a few years out of college, and you’re starting to realize a rather painful truth: making friends is pretty dang hard. After years of sitting beside the same classmates nine months of the year, or enjoying playdates your parents arranged for you, suddenly you’re out in the “real world,” where everyone seems so occupied with the daily grind that making new friends tends to fall pretty low on the list of priorities. So, what is a lonely under-thirty to do? Join us for Part II of our lighthearted yet worthwhile dialogue about the challenges many Gen Zers face when it comes to making and sustaining friendships in our modern world. This time, we’ll dig deeper into some of the themes that emerged from Part I, including how to make the friendship “first move,” how to balance effort with reciprocity, and when (and whether) to leverage technology to make the friend-making process a little easier. Couldn’t make Part I? Don’t worry. You can jump right in. This session is designed to be collaborative, and while we don’t claim to have all the answers, our Gen Z Acropolis Boston members will share strategies that have worked for them in cultivating meaningful, lasting friendships. Together, we’ll swap perspectives, explore what gets in the way of genuine connection, and consider what we can actually do about it.&nbsp; And because Acropolis Boston is dedicated to making philosophy accessible and applicable to everyday life, expect a little ancient wisdom sprinkled into the conversation. After all, philosophers have been asking questions about friendship, belonging, and human connection for thousands of years. Our circumstances may have changed, but relationship challenges are as old as time. This session is perfect for transplants, recent grads, young professionals, and the people who care about them. Let’s tackle this together! Maybe you’ll even leave with a new friend. This event is free and open to all. Acropolis Boston is a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to making philosophy practical and accessible in everyday life. We invite attendees who are able to consider a suggested donation of $5 to help support event planning and administrative costs and allow us to continue offering community programming in Cambridge. You are welcome to contribute any amount that feels right for you—whether that’s $5, $10 or more—and no one will ever be excluded based on their ability to donate. Your contribution also helps us better anticipate attendance, reduce no-shows, and create the best possible experience for everyone who joins us.

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S11: happening this weekend

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything to do around Boston.

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S21: roundups

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S20: c+d experiences

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S16: editor picks

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Top 20 things to do in Boston

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S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

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S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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