How do you meet friends when in your late 20s?

Hi all - I am new here, so take it easy with me! I have been out of my previous relationship now for over 2 years. however, I was with my ex for over 8 years and so most of my friends were his too. When the relationship ended, I 'gave up' my friends as he was having a hard time with things and the idea was for him to have the support and for us all to remain friends, after the initial difficulties. However, most of these people have now moved on without me and needless to say my ex and I are having less and less contact as he moves on with his life. Although I have a couple of very good girlfriends, I dont feel I have a good social circle and no one I can really depend on when having a bad day, want to go out etc. I am nearly 28 now and find it hard to meet people, especially other women. I know the old through work, increasing your hobbies etc will come up as suggestions, but I have looked to do that without much success. Any ideas!?

How do you meet friends when in your late 20s?
Go to some places at a regular bases, for instance go for a cappuccino every Saturday in a quiet place, and read a book or a paper over there. If you come somewhere regularly people will recognise you, and start conversation with you in a relaxed way. Or you can go to the library, or any place you feel comfortable.


Increasing your hobbies can work, it works for me, right now i am taking a pottery course, because it's a creative place, people let their gards down and are easy to approach. Oh, and always go to the supermarket when it is crowded and there are long line ups so you can easily start a conversation with other people.
Reply:awwww I know hoe u feel... I started going out to nite clubs with ppl from work, but its really difficult 2 make new (from scratch) friends, and like u said increasing hobbies... but it depends on what your hobbies are... good luck and I hope you find some good friends.
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Reply:I moved house quite a few times and a few of my ex flat mates have become very good friends of mine. Through other friends, ask one of your girlfriends to arrange a big night out and mingle, get to know their friends too, the circle normally grows like that.
Reply:hi try emailing few people and make friends over net you be surprised how easy it is to find interesting friends good luck
Reply:I am 30 years old. What you have described is pretty much wahat happened to me. When my wife and I were married all of my friends kind of went their own way. Now, we are divorced, and I am a 30 year old single father. Yep, I got custody of our son. Anyway, I found a really cool web site. www.plentyoffish.com, No this not spam. It is a free dating/friends site. I have met allot of cool people on here both men and women. Hope this helps.
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Reply:it is hard starting over but you'll get there. im 27 and never had any proper girlfriends untill reacently. i gave up my job and went back to college full time and there i've met loads of friends. you could also put your profile on a pen pal site for people in your area in the same position that way you can get to know them without any insecurity. good luck.
Reply:Do you have any children?


if so you can try


www.netmums.com


or you can go onto penpal sites,


if you want to talk pm me im a good listener
Reply:Well what exactly are you looking for? Try thinking about that because it will help you identify the type of crowd you want to hang out with. I know you said that you have already tried increasing your hobbies and such but that's a very excellent way to meet new people. Be yourself and be open to change and continue to do your hobbies or try new ones. The right people will be placed in your path soon just give it some time. Good luck
Reply:I have made many great friends at my health club
Reply:send me an email treacle... u can come out with me and wife to see /meet some really good bands xx


lots of hot blokes there!!!lol and cool girls!!!
Reply:Blimey sounds identical to me! was with my ex for nearly 9 years ended up giving up most of my mates during taht time as he was obssessive etc and made friends with his and now lost them too! Im thinking of doing Salsa/drama club or sonmething to meet people but it is difficult, good luck!