Whether
you’re renting a home in a cozy suburban neighbourhood or you’ve relocated to a
massive high-rise in an urban metropolis, getting to know the people closest to
you doesn’t have to be as scary or challenging as it might seem. Here are few tips to break the ice!!
Have the Right Attitude - First
off, you’ve got to embrace the idea of welcoming new friendships into your
life. This means projecting a positive, friendly, and outgoing demeanor that
others will naturally respond to. If you’re living in a busy apartment
building, remember to smile, make eye contact, and say hello to those you share
the elevator, stairs, or lobby with. Making small talk is also a good way to
break the ice and gets you one step closer to learning about someone new.
Accept Invitations and Attend Events - If
you’re asked to attend something — a dinner party, a casual drink, a game
night, a cocktail party, or something similar — you should make every effort to
show. Try to say yes to invitations you deem appropriate. Obviously, use common
sense, and never accept an invitation from someone who makes you feel
uncomfortable.
Be Visible- In
an apartment building, being visible means actually spending time in communal
areas — games rooms, patios, pools, gyms, entertainment rooms, and so forth. It
also means spending time on your balcony. For those living in houses, this
means spending more time on your front lawn (or on your porch) than in the
back. Sit out with a cold drink in the summer or invest time in a garden
project. The more you’re seen around the house, the more chances you’ll strike
up a conversation with a passerby and make a new contact.
