THE FUSE

Getting caught up in the responsibilities and priorities of day-to-day life is a surefire way to lose all track of time. When we are busy with work and adulting, our social health is one of the first things to go out the window—usually, right after our self-care routine. Drifting apart from friends or having a falling out altogether is a sad side effect of this. And the worst part is that reconnecting with friends after time has passed can feel really awkward and intimidating. It’s normal to worry that it’s too late, that the conversation will feel forced, or that your friend has moved on. Those fears are totally valid, but hear this: They don’t have to stop you from taking the first step.