Unfortunately, we tend to take them for granted. We do not give them the love and respect a friendship deserves. It is very easy to rely on them but difficult to stand by them like a rock during their adverse situations. It is essential to expect the least but give the most. In friendship, two people can grow together and a mutual respect and admiration can be beautifully developed. Essence of friendship is trust, faith and respect. Where respect is there, faith automatically comes. In fact, loving your friends and caring for them basically means:
- Not judging them
- Not expecting much
- Not being judgmental and labeling them
This turns out to be a practical strategy which can save both the people from lot of frustration and disappointment. Friendship is an unconditional acceptance of each other and thus helping each other grow as personalities! Imagine not having someone to share your joys, sorrowens, disappointments or victories of life. This life will be not be worth living. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, a social animal or a loner, you will still have friends – whether a small group or a big group is immaterial. The bigger the group, the better the friendship is a false statement. Friends are your soul mates and soul mates cannot be many in number. Even if you only have a handful of close friends, but the quality and strength of your friendship is excellent, nothing can come between you two! Friendship is a rare strength which can tide you over all obstacles, a pillar that will always stand up for you, a confidant who will lend his ears to you all the time.
Take the time out to be in touch with your close friends. Make an effort to continue this closeness and friendship. Make sure you choose the right friends because friendship is ever lasting and does not come with an expiration date!