On International Day of Friendship (July 30), a 38-year-old New York City resident asked ChatGPT for advice on making new friends as an adult. ChatGPT provided seven tips, emphasizing that making friends is "less about charisma and more about repeated exposure, shared experiences, and taking initiative." It noted that living in New York City offers "almost endless opportunities to meet people who already share your interests," but that "the challenge isn't finding people—it's turning acquaintances into actual friends." One key tip was to start looking for a regular activity instead of actively looking for friends, as "most adult friendships take shape because people repeatedly run into each other in group settings." The user should ask, "Where can I see the same people every week?" rather than "Where can I meet new people?" ChatGPT suggested group activities based on the user's hobbies, including gaming, bowling, playing pool, live wrestling, Korean BBQ, Jamaican cuisine, and otaku culture. The advice session produced a workable plan intended to keep the user busy for the next three months.