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Today's tip is that when you have decided to do something, invite a friend to join you.

That way, you'll get more social time without adding another commitment to your calendar.

I hear from lots of people that they wish they spent more time with friends.

This sentiment is especially common among 30 and 40 somethings with demanding jobs,

active families, or both. And it makes sense. We have to do our jobs and we have to take care of our kids.

Sometimes we even manage to see our spouses or exercise to maintain some semblance of health.

But friendships are the easiest thing to let drop. And that's too bad because friendships can

make life a lot more fun. When it comes to friends, the game is all about frequency. The more

contact, the more close you will feel. So one of the easiest ways to increase frequency

without adding more to your calendar is to add friends to any plans you already have.

For instance, if you wanted to take your daughter to see a ballet performance, invite a friend who

has a kid the same age to join you. Your kids can enjoy the show and you'll get some social time.

If you plan to go shop for a new workout fit at a boutique that just opened, invite a friend who

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