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Making Friends in College Is Harder Than I Expected—Now What?

September 10, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

Moving away to college comes with big expectations—but what happens when making friends turns out to be way harder than you thought? In this honest and practical episode, Chris and Alisa Grace unpack why college can feel surprisingly lonely (even for extroverts), and what you can do about it. With stories, research, and biblical insight, they offer simple but powerful steps to build meaningful friendships—even if you're shy, overwhelmed, or feeling invisible.

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