In our younger years, friendships come naturally—through school, work, and shared activities. But as we age, responsibilities pile up, people move, priorities change, and friendships can quietly fade. It’s a lonely feeling to realize that people you were once close to are now just distant memories. How do you deal with that loss and find new connections?
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and then
That one hits deep. I used to think friendships were forever, but life happens—people change, priorities shift, and sometimes, you just grow apart without meaning to. At first, I took it personally, like I had done something wrong. But then I realized that just because a friendship changes doesn’t mean it was meaningless. Some people are in your life for certain seasons, and that’s okay. What I’ve learned is to appreciate the ones who are still around and to be open to new friendships, even as an adult. It’s harder to make close connections as we get older, but it’s not impossible. Sometimes, you just have to be the one to reach out first.