Be Bold & Make a Friend

In the beginning of 2020, I found myself feeling like I had no friends. I didn’t really have anyone to talk to or ask for advice. I felt a little… lonely.

I posted a story asking who would go on girly brunch dates with me, thinking that no one would really even respond but it was a desperate attempt to see if anyone wanted a friend too.

Somehow, I signed myself up for friend dates for about three months. LOL. I was on a hunt for friends and apparently so were many other girls!! 15 coffee’s, 5 pancake plates, a dragonfruit mimosa, 6 crepes and lots of hash-browns later, it made me realize so many girls out there are as hungry for friendship as I was. Our community as woman is important, friendships are precious, and as women we need to be more open to embracing other women around us. We all crave the same thing.

My Fiancé didn’t necessarily condone this behavior. He asked how much money was I spending going to so many brunches weekly hahaha. Guys make friends so much easier have you noticed that too? They talk to each other so easily, while women just stare straight-faced at each other when we need to be more like guys! In the gym, men just walk up to each other and just make friends. They don’t really hate on each other or get all catty. They accept each other flaws and all. So, he was probably like what in the world are you doing? Just talk to the girl you see at the gym or at work or at the store etc. But it wasn’t that easy… It isn’t normal to just go up to a girl and be like, “Hey I see you here all the time let’s be friends!”. Although, I highly agree it should just be that easy.

Anyways, I went on a friend dating spree. I met so many sweet, amazing, friendly women. They all had their own stories, their own ambitions, and their own unique personalities. It made me really inspired meeting all these people in so many different stages of life.

I made a couple friends that are still close knit to me today. Others kind of faded away even though I still see them on social media. Friendships are difficult and take alot of work on both ends to keep up.

Maybe you wish you had a friend to go grab a coffee with. Or someone to vent to when your overwhelmed with life. Or someone to simply go with you to the gym. Just like so many different topics we cover, you are not alone. We all want friendships. I know society likes to spread messages that we are better off alone and like being alone. While alone time is nice, it is also nice to have a friend.

I want to challenge you to boldly talk to one girl by the end of this week. Someone you have seen often, maybe even exchange a smile at when you pass eachother, and step out of your comfort zone and spark a conversation. It can be as simple as a compliment which is the EASIEST way to begin a friendship!! Women LOVE to be complimented!! Give them for free as often as you can. You will notice a difference in people wanting to be around you.

Do it and DM us on instagram @womantimedaily and share your story!! I would love to share them anonymously to encourage other woman to try the same. Step out boldly, your courage will inspire others. And let’s create a warmer atmosphere between us women!

Xo,

E