In this episode, Paul and guests, Calvin Fernandez and Rob Velzeboer, share their experiences, challenges, and strategies for making friends while moving from one country to another. They reflect on what’s worked for them in building authentic and long-lasting friendships and offer tangible takeaways for men that are looking to get socially connected.

Links & Show Notes

https://ingoodcompany.menshealthresearch.ubc.ca/2024/06/24/episode-4/

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(00:00) Teaser

(00:16) Introduction

(01:52) Calvin and Rob’s PhD research

(03:40) Experiences of moving to and from different countries

(08:00) What were your experiences making friendships in your country?

(15:28) How have your connections changed as you’ve gotten older?

(19:00) Are there any individuals that were particularly impactful on you?

(21:43) Strategies to make friends

(25:00) What qualities do you look for in a new buddy?

(30:19) Be curious about other’s passions

(32:08) Strategies to move from acquaintances to friends

(37:38) Deeper connections among male friends

(43:50) Last thoughts

(47:01) Closing remarks

(48:08) Outro