With times as they are today, the pandemic can cause us to lose contact with long-time friends. Without realizing it, we could lose a friendship that has been there for years. And reconnecting after such an extended period might feel awkward, even unnatural. Make no mistake. It's not that you no longer want to see them again. You still love your former friend, but you just … [Read more...] about How to Rekindle Your Friendships After a Long Period of Absence
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How to Get Out of Toxic Friendships
Breaking up with someone you love is a complicated process. But what's more difficult to comprehend is ending a friendship. When you consider the amount of history both of you share, you might feel tempted to stay put in a toxic relationship. That may mean putting up with a lot of drama, unhealthy events, and unnecessary competition. You may think it's a small price to … [Read more...] about How to Get Out of Toxic Friendships
Why Is Friendship So Hard? Valuable Tips for Stronger Friendships
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
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
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