how do i have new friends,although i dont understand american culture?
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Most Americans are very open and friendly.\n\nJust talk to us, and ask us questions. \n\nShare your world, and most of us will be happy to share ours.
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Why don't you take your prideless sack of sh*t self up to one and start hanging out and sucking up to him/her? He/She'll be more than happy to help you out with your accent after he/she's done with laughing at your pathetic sense of self.\n\nFYI, people LAUGH at you when you try to behave like them when you're NOT. If you actually had any foreign friends (FRIENDS not ACQUAINTANCES), you'd know. Don't believe me? Ask them frankly. Things would be different if you lived there cause you're just trying to fit in. Here? You're just too ashamed of yourself.
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Depending on our situation meeting people to become friends with can be very easy or extremely difficult. Clubs, local organizations activities, schools, church, libraries, book stores, gyms, jogging, parks, beach, lakes, malls, etc. can all be places to meet new people. Once you’ve met them talking and keeping the person interested is probably the most important thing.\n\nTo keep the other person interested in a conversation don't talk about yourself too much. Ask simple friendly questions to get to know the person better, talk about any interests you have, classes, guys/girls, parents, etc. Become genuinely interested in the other person.\n\nThere are lots of ways to start a conversation; keeping yourself informed on current events, staying involved in activities and keeping a mental list of good topics of discussion are excellent ways to break the ice. \n\nFor other topics to talk about you can search the internet about things that you, or the people you will be talking with, are interested in. If you like games, perhaps search for the latest information about the x-box 360 games, pc games, ps3, revolution, etc. If you like tv-shows, movies, books, pets, etc. A few jokes from time to time can also be a great ice breaker. \n\nAlso remember that body language is very important! Most people don’t even realize it but most times you’ll already have made a lot of decisions about the person by their body language and tone, before you’re more than a minute into a conversation. You want to be cool, calm, and collected; act like the person is an old friend, even if you’ve never talked to them before, and make sure to look them in the eye. Instead of focusing on how uncomfortable you feel, prepare yourself by thinking of the issues that interest you most and what you would like to discuss about a particular subject. A little preparation can go a long way.\n\nPay Attention to what the other person says! This one is Extremely useful as you can bring it up at a later time and the other person will be surprised and pleased that you remembered.\n\nContinue to speak to everyone you know regularly. If you are walking and see someone you haven’t talked to in a while, stop for a moment and talk to them. It does not have to be a long conversation, just say hello, see how they are doing and if anything is wrong. You would be surprised by how little effort is required to win the friendship of others when you require nothing of them.\n\nBe nice and generally try to end the conversation on a good note. You don't have to make sure the other person has a great time Every Single conversation, but you don't want to think of all the petty arguements they've had with you.\n\nArguements... Don't. There are Very Few 'good' arguements. "The only way to get the berst of an arguement is to avoid it."\nIf you're wrong, admit it.\n\nDO NOT critize the person, or a friend, when talking to the person. If you want to point out something they did wrong, try to point out something similar you did wrong.\n\nSmile! Not a forced smile, the person you're talking to will be able to tell the difference. And you don't have to be an overly happy hyper-active person. Just smile naturally and, if you can, be somewhat happy. Remembering good times with your friends/family can help.\n\nLet the other person do a lot of the talking and be a good listener. (Somewhat stated in my first advice, ask questions, talk about interests the other person has. Answer questions sincerly.)\n\nHonestly make the person you're talking to feel important. You don't want to fake this one or do it too often, but if you honestly think they did something well, give them that praise.\n\nIf you want more advice, there are a couple good books that Will actually help. How to Win Friends and Influence People, is probably one of the best ones. It's an old book, but trust me, it's just as useful today as it was when it was written.
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Friends come from all over with varied backgrounds.  Keep looking and asking.  You can talk to me anytime you want. bye for now
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Join a group....do you like to workout? Go to the gym...do you have any hobbies? Do you like sports? Maybe there are different teams you can join.....you need to be around some groups of people to make some new friends.....\n\nI hope you find some....good luck to you in the big City!!!
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do try to ask or answer questions that devoids cultural prejudices. Some people tend to be sensitive over some issues. If you're really ok, then maybe some people just dont feel too friendly toward you. If someone turned down your offer of friendship, move forward, anyway there are lots of people out there who can be your friends
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find some new friends.\n\n:)
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Could you ask your question differently? It doesn't make sense.\n\nI think I get it now. Are you new to this country and want friends from your homeland? If that's the case you could probably search on the internet for Iranians in your area. Maybe you could make friends with Americans? There are many free english classes around the country. If you improve your english you could talk to lots of people.
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I'm not sure what else to tell you, except to keep practicing, and learn from those around you. With time, you'll pick up the way socializing in the US works. Don't get too frustrated, and keep trying, you'll get there!
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This is a difficult one if you are in a foreign country and not too familiar with the language.  Firstly, homesickness is not a weakness - it is perfectly natural and human to miss what is familiar.  Secondly, get to know your new community.  Are you in college?  Join a group of people with similar tastes, interests.  Get more familiar with the language by joining a discussion group - your local library may have English discussion group notices pinned up.  You are obviously computer literate, so you could still stay in daily touch with some friends back home, whilst looking for new friends.  Good luck, Samir.  And keep smiling.  You will look back on this downer with nostalgia one day.
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there are websites for people who are seeking new friends, not sure if thats what you meant. try doing a search.
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Talk to people. Where ever you are, talk. you will find others that you are comfortable with, and have similar opinions. Be yourself, \n\nExamples: Open a door for someone as they leave the store, comment on the weather, the store, if the other person is open to you, conversation will take hold. If a neighbor two houses down is out in the yard, start talking. Ask if they want help with what ever task they may be doing at the time. Or ask for assistants for yourself - people generally like to be needed.\nThe EASY part is finding friends.\nThe HARD thing is keeping them...\nRemember; Every body likes to talk about their self, talk about others, offer their advise and experiences........Just don't go out of the comfort zone! To know what that is, think of subjects that you would be un-easy talking to a stranger about! ... ... You can take it from here!\n\nSee how easy that was? If we had been talking in person, you would have the start of a new friendship!
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Find some people who share your interests, that will help you make some friends. They can help you get settled, help with things like a job, knowing where stuff is around town, etc. If you're a Christian (and especially if you aren't), find a good church - you will get love and help and encouragement.
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u can make new friends
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when u see new people...think about anything, look around and make anything simple interesting. when you freeze up, the best thing you should do is ask, so watd u do today, hows it goin, wats new, all those simple topics. once u get to know the person, its a lot easier to talk because you know things about him/her. its all about social skill.
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Get new friends....friends are people you can trust, 95% of the time.
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Hey,\nI also am an immigrant that came in the US without knowing english very well, so i know what u're talking about. But i think u shouldnt let urself down like that, try to talk to people around u (for sure there is at least one person who will be willing to help).U need to make friends who speak "good" english in order to improve urs. U need to push urself harder and be confident. U know most of the people that laughed at u are all ignorant and idiot don't get depressed because of that it's not worth it. Try to be outgoing, speak english whenever u can, go to parks, or wherever u can find people and talk to them, be friendly i'm sure they'll understand, dont be ashamed of ur accent or whatever. Motivate urself and dont put in ur mind that u r not good, believe in urself.\nAnd please do not hesitate to write me whenever u r feeling down, i wanna help u. How old r u?\nDon't quit ok?\nAnd who told u that u were ugly? Nobody is ugly in this world u just have to be beautiful inside. Just be urself and dont pay attention of what people say...i'm sure u dont need plastic surgery, u just need to b confident and trust urself....u dont need to be handsome or whatever to make friends.