How to make smart friends

There is an old saying that goes like this: “Your wisdom is the average of your 5 closest friends.” This is true. If you want to be smarter and have enlightening communication, you must make smart friends. Want to know how to meet smart and successful people and expand your social circle? Don’t worry, we have compiled a useful list to help you reach and make more smart friends.

Method 1: Determined to make new friends.

Just changing your mindset can make a big difference. It takes effort to make new friends. Concentrate and set yourself a goal of working harder to meet new people. The more people you know, the better your chances of making smart friends.
For example, you can tell yourself: “I will chat with others as much as possible.” or “I plan to participate in a group activity once a week to meet new friends.”
Taking the initiative to meet new friends may make you a little nervous. This is completely normal. If you are firm in your intentions, it will be easier to take this step.

Method 2: Put down the phone in public.

Constantly swiping your phone will make you miss the countless opportunities around you to meet new people. Just simply put down the phone and you can achieve amazing results. When waiting in places such as libraries, restaurants, or supermarkets, don’t bother to send messages or swipe your mobile phone, resist this urge, and try to talk to people around you when you feel comfortable and comfortable. You can never tell when you will meet more smart friends when you chat.
For example, when queuing at the supermarket to check out, try to chat with people in line before and after you. You can strike up a conversation like this: “Wow, it looks like you are going to make a delicious curry today! I also like this brand, it’s really delicious!”
Not every person you talk to can become a friend, and it doesn’t matter if you don’t succeed.

Method 3: Go to art exhibitions, museums and cultural events.

Smart people like to spend time in these places. Pay attention to whether there are art exhibitions in your area, and try to take the time to check it out. Investigate which interesting museums can be visited, or view information on cultural activities such as drama performances, book signings, musicals, and operas. Talk to some of the people you meet at the event, and you may be able to meet smart new friends!
For example, you can start a conversation like this: “This exhibition is really great. Have you been there before?”
Participating in some art activities can also bring you a lot of fun.

Method 4: Talk to people who have a profound influence on you.

You can easily reach them via email and social media. Do you have any writers, journalists or bloggers you admire? Express your admiration to them. Leave a comment under their social media posts, or send a private message about how much their work has affected you. If they reply to you and the two people communicate smoothly, you can make a new friend you admire!
For example, you can follow your favorite writers on Twitter or Weibo, leave a message under their posts, or send them private messages to express your appreciation for their works.

Method 5: Play with smart friends you already know.

They can introduce you to other smart friends. Make the most of the friends you have already made! Think about the smart friends around you and get along with them more. Smart people usually play together, and you may be able to meet other smart new friends through them and expand your social circle.
Go out for a drink or dinner with your smart friends in the evening, maybe you can recognize other smart people through them.

Method 6: Apply for continuing education courses.

You will meet a group of like-minded people who also love to learn new things. Check out which continuing education courses in your area are of interest to you, or may be enrolled by smart people. Enroll in courses such as language, cooking or poetry, learn new things, and have the opportunity to meet smart people who want to improve themselves just like you. Talk to classmates who are in class together and try to understand them.
You can also learn new knowledge!

Method 7: Join a running or cycling organization.

You will meet people who love sports, and perhaps make some smart people. Check online or social media to find out which organizations in your area can participate. Participate in group running or cycling activities and chat with other group members. Smart people are usually very active and healthy. You can improve your health while meeting new friends. It really kills two birds with one stone!
Even if you are new to running or cycling, you can join the novice organization and improve yourself with others.
You can also participate in group fitness classes, where you can get guidance from experienced coaches and you can also meet new friends.

Method 8: Have lunch with a smart colleague.

Try to understand them. Try to have lunch with different colleagues every week. Colleagues may not be able to be friends. You may be surprised how smart and thoughtful your colleagues are. Taking time to get to know them, while enjoying some food, may develop a meaningful friendship.
Even if you can’t become close friends, it is never a bad thing to maintain a good relationship with your colleagues.

Method 9: Be a volunteer in a professional organization.

This will help you gradually expand your professional network. Check out professional meetings related to your field of work to see if you have the opportunity to nominate yourself as a board member. You will meet other motivated colleagues, and maybe you can become good friends with some of them!
For example, if you are an accountant, look for accounting or financial conferences that you can participate in.

Method 10: Participate in exchange meetings, interest groups or industry organizations.

Participate in at least three activities to see if it suits you. Find exchange meetings and events in your area and sign up for them. You can search for interest groups or industry organizations online or on social media to investigate when they will have public gatherings or events. Insist on attending a few times, meet some people, and maybe make smart new friends.
You may find that you really like trying new things and meeting new people. This is a good thing!
It doesn’t matter if you don’t like a certain group activity, you can try other organizations at any time!

Method 11: Take time out to get along with smart people you know.

Try to be with smart people as much as possible. Think of anyone you know who is smarter. If you are not very close friends, or even friends, it’s okay. Start trying to get to know them now! Spend more time with them and try to invite them to have a meal, coffee or drink together, maybe you can become friends!
For example, if a relative has a very smart friend, you can play with them. Try to invite them like this: “Hi, Xiao Ming. When should I have a cup of coffee together?”

Method 12: Make new friends through the alumni association (if any).

Check with the alumni association for alumni in the same area as you. Many colleges and universities have alumni associations that organize various activities to connect people who have studied in the same school or the same major. Try to contact the alumni association, or post on the message board, and ask them for alumni in the same area as you. You will recognize people who have gone to the same school with you.
These alumni have all obtained college or university degrees, so they should be very smart!
If you have just moved to a place you are not familiar with, this is also a great way to meet new people.

Method 13: Consider consulting an emotional coach.

Professional coaches can help you make the right friends. Although it sounds tacky, it really works! These trained professionals can guide you on how to proactively meet new people. Find an emotional coach in your area, contact them, and take the first step in making new friends.

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Don’t be discouraged if you can’t make wise friends quickly. It takes time to make friends. Be patient and perseverance will pay off.