reconnecting

Common Questions About Long Distance Friendships How often should I check in with friends after moving? There's no universal rule. Weekly texts work for some friendships. Others feel natural with monthly contact. The right frequency is whatever you&…

Michael, a freelance designer, sends five texts every first Monday of the month. That's it. No elaborate newsletters. No "just checking in" fluff. He texts former clients: "New project wrapping up—made me think of…

Most People Don't Plan to Become Estranged My uncle and I stopped speaking after a political argument at Thanksgiving five years ago. It wasn't dramatic—no screaming, no slammed doors. We just avoided each other after…

I stopped emailing my former manager after changing jobs. Six months passed. Then a year. Every time I thought about sending a note, I worried I'd need to explain my absence. I never did contact her. When I…

I lost touch with a former coworker after I switched jobs. We used to grab lunch every month. Six months passed. When I saw her post about a new project, I wanted to message her but stared at my phone…

The Awkward Truth About Lost Connections Most people don't lose touch on purpose. Life happens. Work gets busy. Weeks turn into months. By the time you think about reconnecting, it feels strange—like you need a perfect excuse…

Last year, I switched from marketing to product management. I needed advice but felt weird contacting people I hadn't spoken to since my first job. One former colleague, A professional, came to mind. We worked together at a…