Being a Great Friend

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You’ve been through rough patches before and your friends have always been there for you. When it’s there to turn to need comfort, you need to be there for them as well. Your friends have their own issues as well. If they’ve had their heart broken, sometimes words just won’t help. It’s difficult to pacify someone who can’t see things clearly just yet. Think back to when you were in a similar situation. All the words of wisdom didn’t mean much to you, and while you know there was some truth to what was being said, you just can’t be objective when emotions rule your actions. No one is immune to hurt, and they too need time to process the whole situation before healing can even begin to happen.

Right now, your presence may be enough for your friend, and they’ll definitely show their appreciation when they are able to think straight. Just make your friend feel that you two can be this dynamic duo. Accept the late night phone calls and listen to them while they moan and lament about the situation over and over again. After they’ve shared, help them make sense of the situation. You can act like the cushion that softens the blows they get. And when necessary, push them to get back on their feet. There’s a time to cry, but there’s also a time to move on. Your good behavior will definitely be rewarded when you’ll have your share of problems.

A loyal friend is a treasure, and you can be just that. But honesty is also just as important. When you don’t like the person you’re friend is seeing, you can voice out your thoughts without being too blunt. Ask questions or add a little humor into it. The point is, they ought to know their partners more and what you feel is just based on the times you’ve been together with them. Just let your bud know that they’re someone worth a lot and that anyone would be lucky to have them. Just be gentle and state facts. If you have the kind of friendship worth fighting for, you may get some negative feedback for your honesty. Expect that but let them simmer in their anger. In the end, as long as they know that you’ll always be there, things will eventually calm. And when you turn out to be right, your friend will appreciate you more than ever.

Aside from family, everyone needs that person to turn to when life gets a little bit too much. To have a healthy friendship, you both need to be each other’s support. The guidance you’ll provide will buoy them up when they feel like drowning. Enjoy the time you spend together and go out. Explore the area around you and keep each other entertained. You both can step out of your comfort zones when you know you have each other’s hand to hold. Make each other laugh and realize that life becomes easier when someone appreciates your sense of humor and your values.

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