I don't find it easy so imagine how others feel. We have lost the art of making friendship. Our urban sprawl and lifestyles have contributed to that. People need to have a sense of being loved and belonging. Things that bring people together are seen as frills.
Human connection is very important.
Need to change perspective about friendship and allow time to talk Feel uncomfortable getting paid to sit down and have tea. Help people connect within their community. Social isolation has a huge factor in depression. Some people will not give out phone numbers because they lack trust based on previous experience. They can do that by spending time with each other.