题目内容：

How to Make Friends

It can be difficult to make friends living in a big city, especially when you don’t know many people. However, over years of experience and studying social skills, I have discovered that it’s possible to make friends without even trying. 1.

1. Be seen without trying to get attention.

You don’t have to say anything interesting to get people’s attention, 2. This can be done anywhere you go, such as the supermarket or your yoga studio.

2. 3.

There’s an interesting phenomenon that occurs when you listen to other people. They will keep talking. Just keep giving them good eye contact and show with your body language that you care. Listening is an instant way to build trust and likeability.

3. Think about what you can give to the other people.

We often think about what we can get from others when we try to make friends. 4. Try offering a piece of helpful advice or invite someone you just met to grab coffee or lunch with you the following week.

4. Always have some good stories to tell other people.

When you have at least a few stories to share with others, you’ll never run out of things to talk about. Try to be honest to share your stories with others. 5.

5. Smile like there’s no tomorrow.

It may not be natural for some of us to smile, but a smile is one of the most attractive things that someone can display when they’re meeting new people.

A. However, that thinking needs to be changed.

B. All you have to do is place yourself in environments where people will see you.

C. Don’t ever stop thinking about how you can add value to yourself.

D. There are just a few strategies that you have to use on a consistent basis.

E. Try to be involved in conversation.

F. Use the power of listening.

G. For example, you can share a story about a struggle or challenge.