Ghanaian gospel singer Celestine Donkor has opened up about the challenges of forming friendships after turning 40, highlighting how life experience and caution often make it harder to connect with new people.
Speaking on Okay FM on November 12, 2025, Donkor explained that by this stage of life, many individuals have developed lower levels of trust and prefer solitude, making spontaneous friendships rare. According to her, people in their 40s typically already have established social circles, leaving little room for outsiders to join.
Donkor emphasised that choosing friends later in life requires careful thought and intention, as genuine connections are more difficult to find. She also pointed out that young people should start building meaningful relationships early, as these friendships can provide invaluable support and companionship in adulthood.
“You need to be intentional about who you let into your life,” Donkor explained. “At 40, people are less open, more selective, and their circle is already set. The fun of traveling, de-stressing, and sharing life with friends becomes much harder to find if you don’t cultivate strong relationships early.”
The gospel artist’s reflections serve as a reminder of the importance of nurturing friendships in youth to avoid loneliness and limited social engagement later in life.
