How to Resume a Friendship With a Long Lost Friend

How to Resume a Friendship with a Long Lost Friend

It can be daunting to start a friendship with someone you haven't seen or spoken to in years. However, it can also be an exciting opportunity to reconnect with an old friend. Resuming an old relationship can be fulfilling; though it may require some work, the effort is worth it. With a little patience and understanding you can pick up where you left off and ensure your relationship is as strong as it once was.

Steps

1. Find a way to contact your friend. You will likely need to look up their contact information as it may have changed. You can reach out through social media, email, or an older method such as sending a letter or phone call.
2. Send a brief, friendly message. Once you have your old friend’s attention, reintroduce yourself and explain why you are reaching out. Include a friendly comment and ask them how they've been- this will make them more receptive to your reconnecting.
3. Plan a meet up. Make sure to set up a meet up in the near future, either by phone or in person. This will help to ensure you take the time to reconnect, and it will stop an indefinite exchange of messages which may never come to fruition.
4. Go with the flow. During the meet up, keep an understanding attitude. Don't expect too much out of the reunion, and accept the events that take place. This will ease any awkward conversations and ensure your first meet up is a good experience.
5. Keep in touch. After your first meet up, try to keep in touch regularly. A casual text or phone call every once in a while is an easy way to maintain a relationship. Regularly keeping in touch is important for rebuilding your friendship.