How to Make Friends as an Adult—Even After Rejection

Listen to this episode from A Really Good Cry on Spotify. Have you ever had a friendship end without any real explanation? This week on A Really Good Cry, I’m opening up about one of the hardest lessons I’ve had to learn as an adult: not every friendship is meant to last, and sometimes, you won’t get a reason why. I’ll share the story of a connection that felt full of potential, only to end without explanation. It left me feeling confused, a bit heartbroken, and honestly, kind of spiraling for a while. More than just a story of rejection, this episode is about what it taught me—about communication, grace, and how much energy we give to people who’ve already let go. I’ll also walk through the tools and mindset shifts that helped me move forward, and the surprising ways I’ve found deeper, more aligned friendships since. If you’ve ever felt confused, hurt, or quietly heartbroken over a friendship that faded too fast, this one’s for you. You’re not alone—and you’re not the only one still trying to understand.   What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Friendship rejection 09:37 How I learned to prioritize the right people 10:59 Why making friends as an adult is so hard 12:53 Friendship is Just like dating 14:01 Why you should always give people a second chance 16:37 Figure out the key qualities you want in a friend 18:20 Find friends in the most unexpected places 22:01 Don’t wait for a friendship to happen 24:23 How to meet friends in the real world 25:52 The joy of connecting friends from different circles 27:05 Why noticing your flaws can save friendships 29:24 How to be more present with your friends   Follow Radhi: https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/ https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.