Experts offer tips on how to strike up a conversation with new neighbors.
In addition, it also reduces feelings of isolation and boosts overall resilience.
Ampim says you should take the first opportunity to introduce yourself, instead of waiting.
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A good gesture would be to make yourself approachable and friendly.
Introduce yourself to your neighbors when you first encounter them, Ampim adds.
This lets them know that youre open and can be easy to talk to.
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Be sure to time your introduction properly, too.
Ideally, weekend mornings or early afternoons tend to be the ideal times for a quick chat.
I had a client who met half their block just by taking a walk every evening after dinner."
From there, have a normal conversation by introducing yourself.
Don’t force conversation:Dont put too much pressure on yourself to have more than a simple conversation.
A simple wave and Hey, Im Becky, we just moved in!
goes a long way.
I once had a client introduce themselves with a little note and some homemade brownies, Pendergrass.
That small gesture turned into weekly dinners with their neighbors.
It’s is also a nice way to say hi without the pressure of a conversation off the bat.
It also puts the ball in your neighbors court.
From there, you’re able to decide whether or not to have a deeper relationship.
