In a 2024 study, 90 percent of participants admitted they had let an old friendship go... most further claimed that they weren't sure that friend would actually like to hear from them again.
Despite being prompted by the study, only a third of those who wished to reconnect actually reached out. This indicates a psychological barrier to re-establishing old friendships.
Having a large, diverse pool of social connections is linked to well-being. Research suggests that people with a bigger network tend to be happier, especially in later life.
People often feel that old friends have become strangers, and discomfort in reaching out can stem from shyness, busy lifestyles, or dissatisfaction with personal life.
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