Kickin’ it Old School: Why In-Person Events Are the Secret Weapon for How to Make Friends and Find Love in 2025
Kickin’ it Old School: Why In-Person Events Are the Secret Weapon for How to Make Friends and Find Love in 2025

Nothing makes a millennial contend with their own mortality quite like seeing mid-2000s trends resurfacing - and it’s not just Ed Hardy and low-rise jeans. While some people, like Gen Z are trading in online shopping for live-sale vintage bargain-hunting, you’ve probably noticed a shift of people ditching the apps for IRL dating and ways to make friends. And you’d be right!

I recently joined the Curated Questions podcast — a show that dives deep into relationships, friendship, and connection in the modern world, and why in-person meetups are having a much-deserved renaissance. If you’re interested in how to make friends as an adult, navigating dating apps without burning out, or understanding why in-person meetups are making a comeback, you can listen to the whole episode on Apple Podcasts or the Curated Questions Website.

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What to Do When You Feel Like the Odd One Out
What to Do When You Feel Like the Odd One Out

We’ve all been there—standing in a room where it feels like everyone else belongs but us. It’s an uncomfortable feeling, but also a common one. The truth is, many of us underestimate how much others want to connect with us. In this post, we share gentle strategies for easing into conversations, reframing “odd” as “unique,” and finding one-on-one moments that make connection feel easier. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t fit in, this piece is for you.

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Bridging Generations: Conversation Starters That Work for Any Age
Bridging Generations: Conversation Starters That Work for Any Age

Ever find yourself sitting across from someone decades older or younger, not sure what to say? Intergenerational conversations can feel intimidating—but they can also be some of the most rewarding exchanges you’ll ever have. In our latest post, we share simple, age-agnostic conversation starters designed to spark genuine connection and uncover common ground. Whether it’s at a family gathering, in the workplace, or at a community event, these prompts can help you skip the small talk and dive into stories, laughter, and wisdom.

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