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Friendship Expert: This is Why Singaporeans Don't Have Close Friends!

27 min · 20. maj 2026
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Ever dreamt of having friendships like those you see in shows like F.R.I.E.N.D.S or The Big Bang Theory and ended up wondering why it never plays out that way? Friendships in adulthood is getting more difficult to navigate. 1 in 10 Singaporeans reported having no close friends. Grace Chua, co-founder of Friendzone breaks down adult friendships, and what it takes to maintain those relationships, emphasising that making friends is a skill. She also shares why we feel so lonely despite social media supposedly keeping us connected. On this episode, we explore: 🟦 Being intentional in journeying with your friends through different life stages 🟦 Navigating friendships in the workplace 🟦 How culture and race shape the friendships you have and how that helps us 🟦 Zodiac signs, MBTI, introverts and extroverts in building friendships 🟦 An impact having a good circle of friends have on us and how to build a healthy social circle 🟦 Navigating loneliness, friendships and toxic friends 🟦 Building communication skills to be a ""better friend" 🟦 Maintaining a friendship and understanding the different dynamics of each friend group This episode isn't just a how-to guide on making friends in Singapore. It talks about jealousy in friends, how to navigate friendships going through changes in life and so much more.

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