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Plan a fun night out with friends
Spending time with loved ones increases the chances for fun days and nights . That is why nights out with friends are so popular . Such nights give people opportunities to reconnect and potentially expose them to new and entertaining experiences . Sarah F . O ’ Brien , LCSW , LCSW-C , CCATP , CTMH , says it ’ s healthy to get together with friends , as pursuing activities and participating in things together can build closeness and safety in relationships .
Friends can hit the town without a firm plan in place , but doing a little legwork before going out can help make experiences even more special and successful . The following are some tips to keep in mind when planning gatherings with friends .
CREATE A GROUP CALENDAR
Identify a way to stay connected with the group before you get down to the nitty gritty of figuring out fun activities . Thanks to digital tools , it ’ s now easier than ever for a group of people to stay connected and apprised of scheduling . Use a calendar app that enables you to invite others to see and share appointments . This can make it easier for everyone to get on the same page for nights out .
VOLUNTEER TOGETHER
What better way to socialize and have fun than engaging in an activity that also benefits a particular cause ? There are so many different charities or philanthropic activities to try .
TAKE A CLASS
Group activities like yoga , cooking and fitness classes can be engaging and even more fun when friends are involved . If there ’ s a class you ’ re taking that you love , share it with the group and recruit new fans .
14 | HUNTSVILLE LIVING | SEPTEMBER 2024