Foundation
Greet a familiar face by name
Whenyou arrive where you regularly see the same people
Say hello using their name. If you do not know it, introduce yourself and ask what they like to be called; use that next time.
Start tiny
Offer a hello and your name.
SafetyAccept a brief greeting or no conversation; do not corner someone who is working.
Evidence grade CPractitioner method or editorial idea
National Institutes of Health, Social Wellness Toolkit, “Make connections” and “Build healthy relationships” (reviewed 2026-09-30). Read the source ↗ Editorial friendship practice; timing and adaptations are suggested starting choices, not tested prescriptions.
Foundation: Small recurring actions with little setup. Choose anchors that fit your day.
