I like to volunteer. That way there is a built-in thing to talk about, and it's generally okay to not veer off that too much? Pick something you are interested in 😊

There are so many different ways you can volunteer and many different activities. I've done things as diverse as the water stations at triathlons (standing and handing things out) to being on the board of a not-for-profit (lots of meetings), to serving meals with fnb (cooking and cleaning).

I also take classes, such as in a pottery studio.

All these are opportunities to meet people and be social but with no pressure. You know you have at least one thing in common! If you find someone you vibe with them you can become closer friends but if not you still make task-specific acquaintances.