It’s normal to feel jealousy and envy in your friendships. You know each other too well, right? That's why when even a hint of trouble comes up, betrayal is quick to follow. These emotions, however, do not help strengthen the bonds of friendship. Fortunately, there are ways to turn "friendship wars" in your favor. Try to approach your friend without getting emotional and … [Read more...] about Why Is Friendship So Hard? Valuable Tips for Stronger Friendships
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Creating Value in Friendships: 5 Ways to Make Your Friend Feel Appreciated
A true friend gives support without judgment, comes through in a crisis, and knows just the right thing to say when it matters most. Friendships are a special kind of bond. In life, we meet many different types of people. We form various relationships. But friends -- true friends -- are different. We are sometimes closer to our friends than our family. We can trust our … [Read more...] about Creating Value in Friendships: 5 Ways to Make Your Friend Feel Appreciated
Who Else Wants to Be More Spontaneous?
Do you sometimes wish you could be more spontaneous? Being responsible is part of being an adult, but maybe there's room for a little impulsiveness too. Sure, many life events big and small would be risky without advance planning. You want to know when you’re leaving on vacation and where your guests will be sitting at your wedding. You certainly want to be prepared for … [Read more...] about Who Else Wants to Be More Spontaneous?
10 Simple Ways to Achieve a Stronger Friendship with Anyone
Two thousand years ago, Aristotle made a fascinating observation about humans: People are social creatures. This central truth about human existence tells us that cooperation is the backbone of society. We see this fact expressed at a fundamental level. For example, we need farmers for food and doctors for healthy living. But what makes human society work is not just the … [Read more...] about 10 Simple Ways to Achieve a Stronger Friendship with Anyone
How to Create More Space in Your Life for Your Family and Friends
Do you seem to never have enough time for your friends and family? You’re certainly not alone. The world is full of obligations and distractions that seem to take every available minute of our time. However, there’s always a way if you’re willing to examine your life and make a few changes. You might even have to make a sacrifice or two, but the most important people in your … [Read more...] about How to Create More Space in Your Life for Your Family and Friends