" No man is an island". It is true. It is so hard to be alone. We need friends! In order to be a good friend one must show interest or concern for others. Healthy relationships promote a healthier you. According to what I read, "people with social ties outlive those with few or no friends. Why? Loneliness promotes stress and depression,which, in turn, promote illness. And friendship are buffer against loneliness".
Distance and time are the two thieves of friendship. So, how can we keep our friends despite busy schedule?
Make time for friends. Schedule time with friends as if they're a priority. Show a genuine interest in your friends. Have fun doing it, and your friendship will grow. Incorporate friends into your daily activities.
Give and Take. There are times when one friend needs a little extra prodding, comforting, or attention, but in a healthy relationship, these will be a good balance of give and take.
Stay in touch. Get into the calling and writing habbit. It means a lot to receive cheery greeting from a dear friend, praise and appreciation from a dear friend. Internet is a fun way to stay connected with long-time friends and to meet new ones.
Make new friends. Mix socially with others. I have few wonderful friends whom I met at an Internet learning club site. You know where it is. Yes! Here at English Club. Additional ideas for meeting people and establishing new friendship includes joining a group or starting one (special mention to KARAOKE GROUP :) ). Common interest are always a great basis for starting a friendship.
With little effort you can build friendship that help you and your friends grow. Let us enjoy the fascinating world of friendship.
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Thanks Jenny.