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1. Cup of Sugar- The age old "Cup o' Sugar" routine is a great one and always works. Even if you don't need the sugar, just pop next door with an empty measuring cup at a reasonable time and politely introduce yourself and ask if you could borrow a "cup of sugar." This works best at dinner time. Do it any earlier and you'll just look silly. And don't stand around talking for too long either, get the sugar, exchange names and greetings, and get back to your apartment. This opens up the conversation route for the next time you pass each other and you no longer have to put your head down and act like you are making sure your laces are tired.
2. The Community Areas- Hit the fitness center, the clubhouse, or the laundry room at your community. Areas that are commonly visited by the other residents. Strike up a conversation with someone who looks friendly and receptive. Who knows, you may make an awesome friend. If you have a dog, take them out walking often. People love making friends with dogs and their owners. Just don't hang out by the dumpster...that's just weird...and stinky.
3. Hang Out On The Patio - Get some lawn chairs and chill out on your patio or balcony whenever you have a nice day. Chit chat with the passer-by's. Just don't hoot and whistle like a construction worker. Nothing is more offensive and is a very easy way to NOT make friends.
Hopefully, you will have a few new friends in no time and you'll find that most neighbors aren't Apartmental like the ones in the video. Who knows, maybe you are my neighbor? Come and meet me!
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