Stories of Our 20s: building community and navigating friendships in our 20s with Monica Pt 1

The Life Rough Draft

In this episode of the Stories of Our 20s series, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Monica, a fellow Latina I met back in college. Monica shared her experiences from college to adulthood, revealing the nuances of maintaining long-distance friendships and the importance of intentionality in creating meaningful connections. We discussed how to foster new relationships as a young adult, the joy of finding community through shared hobbies like beach volleyball, and the powerful lessons learned from our past friendships.
If you're in your 20s and struggling to create new friendships, maintaining your current friendships amidst life's chaos, or building community, this episode is for you! Don't forget to tune in next week for Part 2.

Key Takeaways:

• Building adult friendships requires intentionality and effort, much like any other significant relationship in our lives.
• Long-distance friendships can remain meaningful and fulfilling when we prioritize shared experiences, even from afar.
• Engaging in hobbies or group activities can be a great way to meet new people and create a sense of community.
• The transition from college to adulthood often results in changes to our friendship dynamics, necessitating adjustments in how we connect.
• Understanding that not every friendship needs to fulfill all emotional needs helps us appreciate the different roles friends can play in our lives.
• Regularly scheduled catch-ups, like monthly Zoom calls, can foster deeper conversations and provide ongoing support among friends.
• Embracing opportunities to meet new people, whether through classes, meetups, or spontaneous invitations, opens the door to unexpected and rewarding friendships.