What is the Importance of Friendship?

The importance of friendship is defined differently by each individual. I use to define friendship as having someone there so I wouldn't feel lonely. Unfortunately, because of my fear of being lonely, I have often settled for friendships that were unhealthy. "As long as I had someone with me, I didn't care how we treated each other."

Since I have gotten older, my beliefs have changed!

I have learned that friendship is about creating opportunities to grow and learn with each other.

There are a few gems that grow with you. These friendships are some of the most important relationships you will ever have.

It's a beautiful thing to watch your friends grow up along with you. You are there during their weddings supporting their blessed day. You share their excitement when they find out that their pregnant. You are there to listen to the problems they may or may not be having with their careers, spouses, and new life experiences.

Many times these friendships are like family to you or maybe your only family.

Today I challenge you to become aware of these Gems in your life. And let them know how much you have appreciated their support and friendship.

Weed out those negative friendships. This will be the most loving thing you can do for yourself and others.

Well, if these friendships are gems you will naturally grow back together. Many times it's easy to lose touch, but once you get back on that phone or schedule time together, everything will be just as it was before, just with a touch of more experience.

The importance of friendship is different for each person. This really depends on each individual's beliefs, needs, and wants. Some people are okay with having a few friends, where others want "tons" of "close" friends.

However, make each relationship special to you no matter how long you are with a friend. And when it's time to part ways, you will be okay with this because you have been able to enjoy the experience the two of you have shared.