Healthy friendships thrive on meaningful conversations—and plenty of silly ones, too! But when you’ve outgrown a connection, ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about happiness and the future of work. Friendship is one of the most reliable pathways to happiness. But it’s ...

Having a good friend is one of the best things you can do for your health and happiness—and also for your friend’s wellbeing. Chances are, you’re careful about the friends you choose, but ...

We all know the importance of fostering close social connections. Friends are great—until they’re not. Psychologists say they ...

I'm a travel writer, and for the last dozen or so years I've spent much of my life traversing the globe, frequently solo. I've been on the road more of every year than I've been home, global ...

Dear Annie: I have known “Gabe” for 13 to 14 years now. We met through the website Meetup and have attended social events. He’s awkward in social settings and wasn’t included in groups.

Whether you have not seen a friend in a while or lost touch during the Covid-19 pandemic, reconnecting after an extended period of absence can be awkward. Psychologist Irene S. Levine, who is also ...