Do you know that friendship is one of the factors that helps you to maintain good health? If you have a good friendship, your body and mind will experience wellness to a certain extent. Loneliness has been a perennial human problem from time immemorial. Social isolation is another problem. Friendship is a solution for both these problems. Friends do not leave us lonely or isolated. They safeguard us from social isolation and give us an assurance that we are part of the society.
Most of us are going through various kinds of stress, anxiety depression… Friendship is a good medicine while we go through such situations. Friends help us to overcome conflicts. Their presence, advice and admonishes are valuable. Their emotional support plays a vital role.
Great is the support they give while we are going through a crisis. Good friends are capable of making creative changes in our life. They help our personal growth as well. They also inspire us to take up challenges.
It does not matter if your friends are men or women. A friend is the one at whose presence you feel most happy and peaceful. You can behave transparently before a good friend. You will long to be with that friend in the painful moments of struggles and disclose your intimate sorrows. Gender, status or educational qualification will not be a barrier in such friendships.
SIGNS OF GOOD FRIENDSHIP
Communication of a good friend will be candid.
A good friend will not be ashamed to tell the truth, even if you do not like it.
A good friend will accept and acknowledge you despite your limitations.
Even while they disagree with you, good friends will respect your personality.
A good friend will also be a good listener.
A good friend will not avoid you when you are in need.