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Moving into a new apartment can be an exciting time, but the downside is that you might not know anyone in the area. You'll want to reach out to people and start making friends, but perhaps you aren't sure how. There are some good ways you can connect with people in your apartment complex so you can make friends with people who live nearby. That makes it easy to spend time together, and it also means that you'll have neighbors who can help if you need something. Going next door and borrowing a cup of sugar really is possible, if you know your neighbors. Here's what to consider when reaching out.
Being Neighborly Goes a Long Way
There are many great apartments in Chicago with plenty of great people living in them. When you move in and want to start meeting people, here are five of the best ways to do that:
1. Spend time in common areas where other residents can be found.
2. Greet or speak to people in the hallway when you pass one another.
3. Look at the community bulletin board for opportunities to interact.
4. Walk your dog — if you have one — in the pet area or a nearby park.
5. Volunteer when there is help needed in or around your complex.
When you show you're a good neighbor, people appreciate that and will respond to it. That doesn't mean you'll form instant friendships, but it will help you get to know more people nearby.
Respect That Not Everyone Is Social
Even if you're nice to your neighbors, some of them just won't want to be friends. Make sure you're not pushy, and respect the people who aren't social. You can — and should — still be polite, but you may need to look for friends elsewhere. There's nothing wrong with that because it just gives you a good reason to broaden your horizons and form friendships with other people in the complex or in your local area.
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