Do You Know How To Be A Good Friend?

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I’m here to talk about the challenges, the hurdles, those ‘nothing goes right’ days and the set backs that jump in your way unexpectedly.  You may even feel like that ‘black cloud’ hanging over your head seems to have your name on it.  If a particular topic of the day here doesn’t suit you or doesn’t speak to you, that’s fine, maybe tomorrows topic will seem more interesting to your issues in your life.  Why, because I have been through a lifetime of rock bottom challenges, and I want to share how you can crawl back up successfully

Even when you go through struggles you can still be a “Good Friend”.   Are you a good friend?  Do you know HOW to be a good friend?  Statistically, the findings show that over 90% of people think they are a “good friend” to others.  Well, that confuses me because if that were  true, then only under 10% of people would be lonely and without a friend…………  Doesn’t make sense does it.

So, that warped statistic really tells me that over 90% of people have no idea how they ‘come across’ as a “friend” and most likely aren’t even friend material in the first place.  Sounds harsh doesn’t it, but think about that statistic again.  Then why are so many individuals facing challenges alone and unhappy? 

We all know that a friend cannot cure everything for us, but a “good friend” can sure help us get through some pretty major challenges in our lives.

That statistic made me think about what a “good friend” really is, so, let’s break it down:

How to be a Good Friend:

• Smile often, laugh out loud now and then even giggle.
• Become aware of several things that you especially enjoy.  Watch for others who enjoy those same things.
• Identify an acquaintance who has a need you can help with. Offer yourself as help. 
• Learn to enjoy being alone with yourself.  Identify what parts of living enrich your life, then incorporate them in your daily routines.  If you find you are happy being with yourself, it’s likely others will enjoy your company too.
• Forget what you give, and remember what you receive.  But, never keep score.
• Be the one who is there doing when others are still saying; “Is there anything I can do”?  If you have to ask, you are not their friend.
• Listen, even in the silence.

So, where do you fit?  Do you actually do any of these things ‘naturally’?  Are YOU a ‘good friend?  If you are, you’re amazing and your friend thanks you.  If you find here you’re not, then it’s okay.  Try a few of these samples above, but let them become a habit you do everyday.

“Friends are the most important ingredient in the recipe of life”……..

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