Welcome To Award Winning Make New Friends!

❤️ A STORY ABOUT LIFE, FRIENDSHIP, LOSS AND FINDING YOUR HAPPINESS AGAIN. ❤️

I’m Michelle, and back in January 2019 I started something that would change my life in ways I could never have imagined. I launched Make New Friends, which has since grown into an award-winning community bringing women together from all walks of life.But behind the name is a woman who, just like many of you, has experienced the highs and lows of life.I’ve learned that friendships can change, people can disappoint you, life doesn’t always go to plan and sometimes you can find yourself surrounded by people yet still feel incredibly alone.I’ve also learned that you shouldn’t have to change who you are, lower your standards or accept negativity just to feel you belong.Life is too short for friendships that leave you questioning your worth. Surround yourself with people who make you laugh, encourage you, celebrate your achievements and are genuinely happy to see you doing well.One of the biggest heartbreaks of my life was losing my beautiful mum in November 2021. She was such a special part of Make New Friends, and I will forever treasure the memories we made together. She found happiness, friendships and wonderful experiences through something we built together. Her legacy will always live on in every friendship we help create. ❤️Since starting this journey, I’ve met women with stories that have genuinely touched my heart. Women rebuilding their lives, finding confidence again, overcoming difficult experiences or simply wanting somebody to share a coffee and a conversation with.And it has made me realise something important: we are never too old, too late or too far into life to find happiness, friendship and a new beginning.I wish more women realised how powerful it is to support one another. A genuine compliment, a kind message, an invitation or simply asking somebody how they really are can make somebody’s day.We don’t need more judgement, jealousy or negativity. We need more kindness, encouragement and women who genuinely want to see other women thrive.And please remember, not every smile tells the full story. I’ve stood welcoming ladies at meetups, making sure everyone feels included, while dealing with my own personal struggles behind the scenes. We all have things going on that others may never know about.So if you’re reading this and life hasn’t turned out quite how you imagined, if friendships have disappeared, you’ve lost someone special, your confidence has taken a knock or you’re simply craving more from life, please don’t give up on yourself.Talk to somebody. Let people in. Ask for support. You don’t have to carry everything alone.Make New Friends was created to give women opportunities to connect, step outside their comfort zones and discover that there is still so much life to enjoy.I’m proud of what we’ve built, but the most rewarding thing will always be hearing that a lady has made a friend, found her confidence or has something exciting to look forward to.My message is this: don’t spend the rest of your life looking back at what you’ve lost. Give yourself permission to look forward to what you can still find.New friendships, new adventures, unexpected happiness and memories you haven’t even imagined yet.Be the woman who encourages another woman. Be kind. Make that first move. And never let past experiences convince you that the best parts of life are behind you.My mum and I started with an idea. Today, that idea continues to bring women together, and I couldn’t be prouder.Because sometimes a new friendship isn’t just about meeting somebody new. It’s about finding a little piece of happiness you didn’t realise you were missing. ❤️Lots of love,Michelle xxxwww.makenewfriends.org.uk ... See MoreSee Less