How to Make Friends as a Grown Man

When we started exploring the topic of adult friendship — especially for men — we did what everyone does: we Googled it.
Forum threads. Advice columns. Long Reddit rants. We scrolled through them all.

And surprisingly, in all the noise, three simple ideas kept coming up again and again:

1. Don’t wait — be the inviter
2. Say yes — try new things
3. Don’t just text — show up in real life
   

Simple advice. But not always easy to follow.

So imagine our realization when we saw — these are the exact three things Moment is built on.

1. Don’t Wait. Be the Inviter.

As kids, friendships formed by accident. You sat next to someone, traded snacks, got grouped for a project — and boom, you were best friends. But adulthood doesn’t hand you that kind of proximity anymore. You have to take the first step.

That’s why Moment is designed to make inviting others feel natural — not awkward.

You don’t need a huge plan. You just need a small idea: coffee after work, a weekend hike, a pickup game at the park. We call these tiny, intentional actions Moments — and they’re the foundation of real connection.

With Moment, you can create one in seconds — and we’ll even suggest ideas based on your interests before each weekend :)

2. Try New Things. Follow Curiosity.

The internet loves to say: “Join a new class! Try a new activity!”
Easier said than done — especially when most options feel awkward, intimidating, or way outside your vibe.

That’s why browsing Moments feels different, we curate according your interests and rank most unique events happening around you. You’re not scrolling through events run by strangers or brands — you’re seeing what real people near you would do or wanna do this weekend. A movie marathon. A sketch walk. A pickup football match. A rooftop jam session.

You’re not forcing chemistry. You’re following curiosity. That’s where real connection starts.

3. Show Up. In Real Life.

Digital connection is great — until it replaces real connection.

That’s why everything inside Moment nudges you gently toward face-to-face interaction to connect authentically. Once you’re Moment request is accepted, you can chat — but the goal is always to meet, not just message. Because nothing replaces shared laughter, eye contact, or the way time moves differently when you’re actually with people.

And if you’re nervous about pressure or social overwhelm? Don’t worry — Moments are designed to be low-stakes.

So If You’ve Been Wondering How to Start…

Those three big truths — invite, explore, show up — keep coming up for a reason. They work.

That’s why we built Moment — to help make those small, brave steps just a little easier.

So next time you think, “I wish I had someone to try this with,” let that be your cue.

Don’t wait for coincidence. Create your own Moment.

Download the app, set up your profile, and take one tiny leap toward connection. We see new people join the app everyday, We are sure new people are closer than you think — sometimes just one Moment away.