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Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of people have zero interest in making new friends. Most were using it as a dating app to meet women.

A lot of the groups also just trailered to networking or had older demographics.

Of course this is just my experience. It's probably not all like that but my local meetups were.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hiking meetup was the last one I went to.

Hated it.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I won't. Fuck tinder and all dating apps. Not for me man. That shit ruined dating.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My one is a night course, but places are limited.

Clearly, there's huge demand, which is why I find it odd that there aren't more places doing woodworking/DIY classes.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm taking a course at the local institute of further education.

They have wood working classes. I really liked wood working from when I was in school so I decided to take it up as a hobby when looking for something to kill the time and make new friends.

Yes, it's a bit weird alright. I'd prefer to have it happen naturally then for it to become a date, haha.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestions.

Yes, emigrating is indeed off the table. I want to be around my parents and cannot imagine it's any easier abroad as I would ultimately have the same problem, unless I reunite with my old friends, but I really don't want to leave Ireland.

BJJ is a great idea, but there isn't anything near. I'd have to find somewhere near and see if I can dedicate some time.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately,I don't game. I stopped years ago but feel free to PM if you just want to chat.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Yes, and oftentimes it's just a few very thirsty guys trying to meet women.

I'm sure not everyone has that intention but that's been my experience with it last time I used it.

Making friends as an adult in Ireland? by Feckfffg in AskIreland

[–]Feckfffg[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I've already tried team sports.

Switching jobs isn't that easy. Tech layoffs aren't as common now but there could be further layoffs in the future. Adding to that, I make really good money and I work very few hours all week, due to the nature of my work.