My friends are my extended family. We support and love each other as if we were blood related. I call them my sisters and brothers because that’s what they truly represent to me. In order to build a lasting friendship, you have to have a number of elements. Check out some of the tips and advice that have helped me to build a lasting relationships with my friends. Let me know what you think in the comments section.
Ask Yourself- When you make a new friend, ask yourself a few questions. For example: “Is this a place where I can grow?” When toxic friends surround you, the answer will probably be: “no,” which means it’s time to let them go and ask God for someone new.
Know Yourself- You need to know yourself inside and out because the people that surround yourself with tend to say a lot about who you are. If you want better friends, then be better. Stop gossiping and find common ground. Next, watch your friendships blossom.
Share Common Interests- In order to make good friends, you have to find people that are similar to you and share your similar interests. It’s important to have things in common because that way you can enjoy your interests together. I’ve met some of my closest friends because we share a lot of the same life experiences. Those life experiences have only brought us all closer together.
Make Them Last- Once you’ve let go of your toxic friendships and started to make friends with people you want to keep around for the rest of your life, you need to take the time to focus on them. Try to be as empathetic as possible and listen to what they have to say.
Be Genuine- Be genuine with your friends and share your problems while also listening to theirs. Revel in your mistakes and successes together. Make sure to keep in contact with them. Share a text message or an email to show that you’re thinking of them when you haven’t seen or spoken in a while.
Have Fun- Enjoy your friends! Show them how grateful you are to have them in your life. Have fun together.
