{"id":6402,"date":"2025-10-05T20:27:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-05T14:57:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ksrini.life\/29035f-co-nz\/journal\/?p=6402"},"modified":"2025-10-05T20:27:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T14:57:57","slug":"the-power-of-friendship-and-its-impact-in-our-lives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ksrini.life\/29035f-co-nz\/journal\/the-power-of-friendship-and-its-impact-in-our-lives\/6402\/","title":{"rendered":"The Power of Friendship and Its Impact in Our Lives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Friendship may be one of life&#8217;s most precious gifts in our lives. Yet, in today&#8217;s culture, the talk of toxic people and blocking or ghosting has sadly become mainstream. As loneliness and anxiety skyrocket, I wonder if the inability to make and maintain friendships is one of the causes.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, there have been many discussions in my coaching practice about dying friendships, the need for boundaries with friends, and an inability to make new friends as adults.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=1273&amp;height=848&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1273px) 100vw, 1273px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=637&amp;height=424&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 637w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=1273&amp;height=848&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 1273w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=1910&amp;height=1272&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 1910w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=2546&amp;height=1696&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 2546w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=3183&amp;height=2120&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 3183w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=3819&amp;height=2544&amp;name=Group-of-friends-eating-pizza-at-restaurant-923438398_SMALL_Compressed.jpeg 3819w\" alt=\"Group of friends eating pizza at a restaurant\" width=\"1273\" height=\"848\" \/>In a society where individualism and independence are highly prized, and careers devour a big portion of our time and energy, making and sustaining genuine friendships is challenging. Add raising a family and personal commitments to that list, and, well, nurturing friendships might be at the bottom of priorities.<\/p>\n<p>I am fortunate to have long-lasting friendships from childhood and many others I call friends, with my husband as my best friend and confidante.<\/p>\n<p>For me, the greatest obstacle is time. Is that true for you, too?<\/p>\n<p>In the past month, I&#8217;ve made an effort to call my truest friends. All three conversations were energizing and completely renewed me. Filled with family updates, deep philosophical bantering, belly-laughing quips and storytelling, two hours melted quickly with lasting smiles in my heart.<\/p>\n<p>These connections reminded me again how true friendships profoundly contribute to and affect our lives. They hold our history and weave meaning into our lives. In times of so much socio-economic change, our chosen friends become steadfast anchors, grounding us when the world feels uncertain or overwhelming.<\/p>\n<h2>What Exactly Is Friendship?<\/h2>\n<p>Friendship is a natural bond, sometimes even an affinity and resonance between people. It is characterized by mutual affection, trust, and support. It&#8217;s a relationship that goes deeper than an acquaintance, offering camaraderie, belonging, understanding, and often, lots of laughter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>It\u2019s not about quantity\u2014it\u2019s about depth. You can feel the difference.<br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\nYou don\u2019t need a hundred friends. You need a few who genuinely care. One loyal friend can be more powerful than a crowd of acquaintances. True friendship isn\u2019t measured in numbers but in the depth of connection, trust, and love.<\/p>\n<p>As a client once beautifully put it, &#8220;A true friend is someone who knows all my stories.&#8221; We only tell a true friend our stories; vulnerability unfolds as we reveal ourselves to another person. Thus, sometimes, revealing ourselves to ourselves!<\/p>\n<p>The essence of a friendship is an invisible yet deeply felt connection that weathers life&#8217;s ups and downs. Whether you move out of state or across the globe, genuine friendships endure and adapt.<\/p>\n<p>With a really good friend, you can pick up where you left off seamlessly as if no time had elapsed.\u00a0Good friends are not just companions during the easy seasons of life\u2014they are the constants through transitions, losses, and personal growth. They help us navigate change, reminding us of who we are and where we come from.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Friends Become Chosen Family<\/h2>\n<p>Why do we so often hear the phrase, \u201cfriends are the family you choose\u201d? For many of us, the answer is simple: true friends stand by us through thick and thin, celebrating our triumphs and buoying us during life\u2019s setbacks. This steadfast presence and deep understanding set friendships apart from ordinary connections.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike familial bonds, which we are born into, friendships develop through mutual experiences, shared values, inside jokes over steaming mugs of coffee, and years of trusting one another with secrets both big and small. Over time, friends grow into confidantes\u2014keepers of our stories\u2014helping us weather losses, navigate change, and savor joy with the same closeness as family members.<\/p>\n<p>In many cases, these chosen relationships fill gaps our biological families cannot always fulfill, offering encouragement, unconditional support, and a sense of belonging built not on obligation, but on genuine connection and care.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why, in so many ways, the friends we cherish are the family our hearts have searched for and lovingly handpicked.<\/p>\n<h2>The Ingredients of a Good Friend<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most critical components of any relationship is equity. Most of us know or have experienced by now the drain of a lopsided relationship that is co-dependent.<\/p>\n<p>As someone who has spent decades studying emotional intelligence and human relationships, I&#8217;ve observed certain qualities that consistently appear in strong, lasting friendships.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=1254&amp;height=837&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=627&amp;height=419&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 627w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=1254&amp;height=837&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 1254w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=1881&amp;height=1256&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 1881w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=2508&amp;height=1674&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 2508w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=3135&amp;height=2093&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 3135w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg?width=3762&amp;height=2511&amp;name=Two%20smiling%20women%20catching%20up%20over%20coffee..jpeg 3762w\" alt=\"Two smiling women catching up over coffee.\" width=\"1254\" height=\"837\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s explore these essential traits that define a truly good friend.<\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal-1.png 150w\" alt=\"1st Quality of a Good Friend: Trustworthiness\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Trustworthiness Is a Cornerstone of\u00a0 All Friendships<\/h3>\n<p>At the top of the list is\u00a0trustworthiness, and at the heart of every meaningful friendship.<\/p>\n<p>A good friend is someone you can trust and confide in without fear of judgment. You can share your fears and insecurities, and they are met with acceptance and compassion. Good friends keep your confidence, are kind and gentle toward your vulnerabilities, and do not use personal information as ammo or\u00a0entertain themselves with gossip.<\/p>\n<p>A good friend shows up\u2014not just for the fun times\u2014but especially when things get tough. They&#8217;re the ones who offer to help you move, bring soup when you&#8217;re sick, or sit with you in silence when words just aren&#8217;t enough.<\/p>\n<p>When my father died, a high school friend came to his memorial service. I sat away from everyone for a breath of solitude; she sought me out. There were no words. She sat down next to me and extended her hand on my leg with warmth and comfort. No words. No awkwardness. A common, silent language of friends.<\/p>\n<p>This consistent presence in our lives and unwavering reliability create a safe space for people to relax and be their\u00a0authentic selves.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal2.png 150w\" alt=\"2nd Quality of a Good Friend: Empathy\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Empathy Is Present When Needed<\/h3>\n<p>Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, is crucial for friendship connections. A good friend doesn&#8217;t just hear your words; they tune into your emotions, offer comfort during tough times and genuine excitement when you have a win.<\/p>\n<p>This friend makes you feel completely understood, heard and felt. You can count on them to be fully present to you. They listen well and don&#8217;t inordinately focus on themselves or use\u00a0feeling stoppers\u00a0when you&#8217;re trying to share something personal.<\/p>\n<p>And, of course, you reciprocate, cementing the bond.<\/p>\n<p>Related reading:\u00a0&#8220;How to Talk with Someone with Empathy\u2014and What to Avoid.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal3.png 150w\" alt=\"3rd Quality of a Good Friend: Courage to be Honest.\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>The Courage to Be Honest When It&#8217;s Difficult<\/h3>\n<p>While honesty can sometimes be uncomfortable, it&#8217;s a vital quality in true friendship. A good friend has the courage to tell you the truth, even when it&#8217;s tough. They offer constructive criticism with kindness and keep your best interests at heart. Good friends have the guts to say it like it is!<\/p>\n<p>They celebrate your successes while offering encouragement during setbacks; they are a sounding board at pivotal moments of life. They ask questions that invoke insight. A friend mirrors your truth that may be temporarily lost in a fog.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal4.png 150w\" alt=\"4th Quality of a Good Friend: Respect Our Boundaries\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Friends Honor Boundaries and Differences<\/h2>\n<p>Respect in friendship means honoring each other&#8217;s boundaries, opinions, and individuality. They can appreciate your perspective even if they disagree. A good friend understands that you are your own person with your unique needs and perspectives. They respect your time, your choices, and your right to disagree.<\/p>\n<p>Even in disagreements, you always circle back for open dialogue and resolution. When you decline an invitation, they don&#8217;t take it personally. If you tell them they hurt you, they make amends and apologize.<\/p>\n<p>Deep Dive:\u00a0&#8220;How to Set Healthy Boundaries for a Happy Life.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal5.png 150w\" alt=\"5th Quality of a Good Friend: Understand that You Are Imperfect\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Understand that You Are Imperfect<\/h3>\n<p>No one is perfect, and a good friend understands this fundamental truth.<\/p>\n<p>They presume innocence, overlook unintentional blunders, work through conflicts with openness, and hold you accountable to be better.<\/p>\n<p>A good friend inspires you to grow. They challenge you and introduce you to new ideas and experiences. My friend from Iowa and I always exchange books we love and things that make us laugh. Each friend has a little different twist and flavor.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, they&#8217;re open to your feedback and are inspired by you, creating a dynamic of mutual growth and learning. Imperfection is an unspoken certainty that allows each friend to lean into their truth more honestly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=1167&amp;height=486&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1167px) 100vw, 1167px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=584&amp;height=243&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 584w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=1167&amp;height=486&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 1167w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=1751&amp;height=729&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 1751w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=2334&amp;height=972&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 2334w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=2918&amp;height=1215&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 2918w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=3501&amp;height=1458&amp;name=2%20men%20playing%20video%20games_AdobeStock_623474572_SM_Compressed.jpeg 3501w\" alt=\"Two male friends having fun playing video games.\" width=\"1167\" height=\"486\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png\" sizes=\"(max-width: 50px) 100vw, 50px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=25&amp;height=25&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 25w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=50&amp;height=50&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 50w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=75&amp;height=75&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 75w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=100&amp;height=100&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=125&amp;height=125&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 125w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png?width=150&amp;height=150&amp;name=HRT_Blog_BulletHearts_Template_2023_FINAL_Teal6-1.png 150w\" alt=\"6th Quality of a Good Friend: Lightheartedness and Fun\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" \/>Light-Heartedness and Fun<\/h3>\n<p>And lastly, friends can laugh, play games, be adventurous, talk into the wee hours, and have fun no matter what you&#8217;re doing. The mundane turns to exceptional; just being together enlivens your spirit.<\/p>\n<p>If your friendship is constantly filled with drama, neediness, and strife, consider setting some\u00a0healthy boundaries\u00a0to take care of yourself. Good friends bring a mix of support, fun, and synergy; if you&#8217;re always the confidante and not ever having fun in the friendship, it&#8217;s a red flag. And when a friend is a continual drain, there may be an ending AND a new beginning calling to you.<\/p>\n<p>Every person needs a friend to unwind with and have fun. Friendship provides a special kind of experience and fulfills a different need than a partner or spouse.<\/p>\n<h2>Different Roles for Friends Versus Spouses<\/h2>\n<p>When I turn to one of my friends for advice, whether it\u2019s about the kids, my relationship, or a new business idea, I KNOW I will get honesty and support. They listen, and they will point out another side\u2014especially if I&#8217;m off-key. I can count on them to support me; they may even say something funny, melting my gripes into gratitude and sometimes solutions.<\/p>\n<p>And for me, that support is a sign of a healthy friendship.<\/p>\n<p>But I don&#8217;t abuse it either. Friendship is a symbiotic relationship that flows like a river, never the same, changing moment by moment. Sometimes, it&#8217;s me supporting a friend&#8217;s rough waters; other times, it&#8217;s them being there for me.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=5472&amp;height=3648&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 5472px) 100vw, 5472px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=2736&amp;height=1824&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 2736w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=5472&amp;height=3648&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 5472w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=8208&amp;height=5472&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 8208w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=10944&amp;height=7296&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 10944w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=13680&amp;height=9120&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 13680w, https:\/\/blog.heartmanity.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg?width=16416&amp;height=10944&amp;name=Friends%20around%20campfire%20by%20the%20river_AdobeStock_284163413_Compressed.jpeg 16416w\" alt=\"Friends around campfire by the river.\" width=\"5472\" height=\"3648\" \/>Closing Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Learning to hold ourselves and our friends accountable instead of just\u00a0complaining and venting\u00a0allows friends to support each other in a very genuine way, making friendships AND marriages stronger.<\/p>\n<p>What I\u2019ve found over the years is that, just like spouses, our friends can\u2019t fit every need either. There may be one you talk to about work more, one you hike and exercise with, one you can chat on the phone with on any random day, one who likes to hit the town shopping, the funny one, the serious one, the quiet one.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe you have a variety of friends, or maybe you have one close one, but whatever it may be, I have found that friendships add a lot to my overall life and can be a support system like no other.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, good friendships, like all valuable things in life, require nurturing and effort.<\/p>\n<p>Their power unfolds more when we invest in our relationships. By embodying the above qualities and appreciating them in others, we create the foundation for friendships that can last even when they&#8217;re only a slice of our full life.<span class=\"s2\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friendship may be one of life&#8217;s most precious gifts in our lives. 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