TwoXTalks Ep. 6 Recap: Is It Really Hard to Make and Keep Friends in Your 20s? 🫂💗

Remember when making friends felt effortless? Back in school, all it took was sharing the same favourite colour, sitting next to someone in class or venting about your least favourite teacher. Somewhere between graduation, jobs, moving cities and figuring out adulthood, friendship became a lot more complicated.

In this episode of TwoXTalks, the community explores what friendship looks like in your 20s and why maintaining meaningful connections can feel harder now than ever. From the awkward transition of turning colleagues into friends to dealing with trust issues and drifting apart from people who once felt like family, the conversation tackles a question many of us have asked: Why is it so hard to maintain friendships as we grow older?

One major takeaway is that distance is often a natural part of life. Whether it's relocating for work, getting married or pursuing new opportunities, different life stages can reshape even the strongest friendships.

The discussion also highlights how men and women often approach friendships differently. The men spoke about segregating their social circles, having different friends for work, hobbies or personal advice. The women reflected on the emotional investment that goes into friendships and how small gestures like replying to a story or checking in with a message, help to keep connections alive.

A standout moment was the introduction of the Chair Theory.
Imagine walking into a crowded room with your hands full. A true friend is the person who pulls up a chair and makes space for you at the table. They're the people who support you even when you're not around.

Click on this link to watch the full discussion: https://twox.in/post/yDdr-Episode-6-Is-it-really-hard-to-make-and-keep-fri

What is some advice you'd share with other women for maintaining friendships in their 20s? Comment below! 💌