I’m sure you’ve heard it said that your circle is everything. Who you surround yourself with will have a huge impact on your entire life and I have to say, I couldn’t agree more. That’s why, I’m putting a huge emphasis on helping you to broaden your social circle in 2025.
2024 was an amazing year from Single and Mingle. We had a record number of events, we met some amazing people and we had some phenomenal feedback.
One of the biggest lessons I took from it was that Single & Mingle isn’t just about dating. It’s about like-minded people coming together and sharing their experiences. It’s about making new connections, whether that be around love or friendship.
Who would have thought that a singles event could help you with broadening your social circle but hey, I can’t argue with feedback like this.
“I made lots of new friends last night and we’ve created a WhatsApp group so we can arrange nights out”.
“Enjoyed meeting people I wouldn’t have met if I were sat at home scrolling through a dating app”
Wowsers, imagine my delight when I read those!
So, it got me thinking and I am committing to helping you to engage with new people, make new friendships as well as helping you to find love along the way.
I’m a huge advocate for stepping away from your phone and actually meeting people face-to-face but I understand that in today’s society, that can be easier said than done.
So, I thought I would start the year by easing you in gently and sharing my tips on how to broaden your social circle in 2025.
Technology isn’t your enemy
Of course, I want to encourage you to come along and meet people in person but the reality is, it’s not that easy for everyone so start where you’re comfortable and use technology as a tool.
There are some fantastic online dating apps available now. But if you’re serious about making deep and meaningful connections, maybe steer clear of the likes of Tinder and consider something like Hinge – we know that clients who have had their dating profiles revamped by our sister company, We Just Clicked, have seen quite a bit of success with this dating app.
I’m not dissing apps like Tinder, but let’s face it, they are designed for a quick fix. Hinge is more about connections and allows you to gently ease into that social conversation using their prompts.
Use these dating sites as tools to build your confidence and get used to having conversations with others. It’s also a great way to find out who you like to be around and who you wouldn’t want in your social circle moving forward.
Embrace your hobbies
Hobbies aren’t just for the retired. There are so many groups and classes available now that there is literally something for everyone.
I know it can feel nerve wracking when you first attend something new but trust me when I say, many others have felt the same before you.
It’s even better if you don’t know what you like to do because there are hundreds of things you can experiment with. Go along and have fun trying out new things. Figure out what you love because along the way, you’ll be making new friends.
Leverage professional networks
If you are in business or have a job that requires you to network then don’t shy away from it. Networking events are the ideal place to meet new people. I’ve made some great friends through business networking – so much so, that I also run my own networking event in Nottingham – The Business Social
Here’s a tip – everyone is intimidated when they first start out but go with the flow and don’t shy away from introducing yourself. You never know, you may find someone who has exactly the same interests as you.
Everyone there is a person. You may be there for business purposes but it’s a social event at the end of the day so be social!
Don’t forget your existing friendships
Sometimes, broadening your social circle means nurturing the ones you’ve got. Reach out to old friends, they may be feeling the same way as you and maybe you can go to some of these events together.
It’s easy to lose touch and reaching out can feel difficult but really, what is there to lose? You’ll either move forward without them (which you’re doing already) or you’ll reconnect with someone who will bring so much joy to your life.
Invest in personal growth
I know, I know, it’s a bit of a cliché but trust me, more and more people are waking up to the fact that personal growth is epic!
Whether it’s learning or developing a skill or even investing in personal photography that will boost your confidence, make 2025 a year where you invest in yourself and watch your social circle grow.
Step out of your comfort zone
This is a tough one for me and I’ve had to work on it. I used to believe that there’s nothing really wrong with your comfort zone. If you’re happy, it’s all good.
But, the truth is, nothing extraordinary ever happens when you’re in your comfort zone. To live a truly fulfilled life, you have to push yourself right out of that comfort zone and embrace new and exciting things.
Go on, I dare you!
It’s called Single & Mingle for a reason!
Last but not least, when you’re ready to really embrace the idea of broadening your social circle in 2025, come along to one of our events.
We called it Single & Mingle because that’s exactly what it is.
We bring single people together to mingle with each other. Yes, you may find a special someone who you really connect with but you also may find something so much more than that. You may find friendships that last a lifetime.
You’ve already got something in common with everyone there so now all you have to do is build on that.
Let’s make 2025 all about connections. What a wicked way to start the year!
Happy socialising!
