Imagine: you want to talk to someone, but none of your friends, relatives and acquaintances are around or they are just busy. Or maybe for some other reason you want to find a friend on the Internet? But where to look for him? Today we will try to find the answer to this question.
Let me make it clear: a one-time interlocutor can be found in any of these places, we will talk about cases when you need if not a friend, then at least just an acquaintance with whom you will communicate regularly.
Dating sites.
So, let's get started. The first thing that comes to mind is
dating sites. To be honest, I don't know much about it - I didn't go there, and I saw very few people who were there either. And satisfied among them was even less. In general - bye bye.
Thematic communities and websites
That's better. But! It is necessary to clarify what exactly these sites and communities are devoted to.
1) Clothing or shoes of a particular brand.
Yes, yes, and it happens. I don't need to explain the chance of finding a friend or a good acquaintance in such a community.
2) Religious and political beliefs.
I can't say anything about that. It's a complicated story. I've never heard of anyone looking for an interlocutor in such places. If it happens, it's very rare.
3) Psychology.
Strange as it may seem, it is also not the most reliable thing to do, because nowadays psychology is of interest to everyone, and you can run into anyone there.
4) Communities dedicated to some games, movies or books.
Already better, but not the most reliable thing, because if one of you loses interest in your favorite book, game or movie, communication can also be cut off. The same goes for any other hobby.
5) Groups of owners of dogs, cats or some other animals. Often of the same breed.
Not a bad option either. At least if you're a cat person, your new friend won't be allergic to them. By the way, I've found that the best online sites for dog lovers are those where owners of all breeds of dogs, not just one.
6) Bookman's Associations.
Oddly enough, this is a better option than communities dedicated to a single book. These communities last longer, and you can ask for advice on what to read or give advice to someone else.
7) Communities dedicated to a cause.
One of the best options is communities dedicated to a cause you both do all the time, and someone (or even both) may have made it their job. Maybe you'll enter contests together, and you'll certainly have plenty of topics to talk about.
8) Communities and apps with questions.
It's not just community discussions, although those are there too. It's those communities and apps that ask their guests questions every day. Maybe one question a day, maybe several. The questions range from "name your five favorite books (or movies)" to "who is your role model?" There are some very unusual questions that can lead to a conversation or even a whole story.