A friend without reproach

[LittleSally]

Like any relationship, friendships are a two way street. You have to do your part so that your friend can do theirs. Another way to look at a friendship is to imagine it as a bike. A bike has two wheels, if one of you is not dependable and there, the friendship can’t run smoothly.

• honesty (brutal honesty)


• be genuinely happy for your friend's success


• do not be too proud to apologize


• do no break promises


• be supportive


• don't be a 'social media friend'


• don't manipulate your friends


• learn ot be understanding


• don't throw the word 'love' around


• know when to let go and walk away (some relationships are toxic - your intuition will tell you)

[TheDevilInside]

Yeah honesty is definitely the most important part of a relationship. Including friendship. I don't want someone who supports me when I'm doing something obviously wrong or stupid, just for the sake of supporting me and not hurting my feelings. I want someone who can be understanding, but can also knock some sense into me and give me though love.

[vekin]

why aren't you editor?

I have my doubts about brutal honestly, can you explain what you mean with that?

[LittleSally]

No idea why I'm not editor...
Oh, yeah, brutal honestly: when your friend asks you about something extremely important - for example what you think of his new girlfriend - be honest. Even if you think you should't say something if you think it will be beneficial for him to hear (for example something you noticed in her behavior that might come back to haunt him in the future) - be as honest as you believe to be useful.

Your honesty shouldn't hurt someone, but it should paint them a clear picture of what your thoughts on the matter are - in a way that is useful to them, not critical. =)

Hope I made it more understandable.

[vekin]

I already thought like this but the adding of brutal made me doubt... but I agree in such a way you show you are a real friend

[GirlsLie]

Nice take :)

I'm glad I have such good friends, my best friend is awesome.

[LittleSally]

People underestimate friendships as they grow older. It's nice to remind yourself of the fact that you may be the lucky one 🎁

[ALegend]

Gals need to ask themselves when expecting something from guys if they would be willing to give what they expect to receive. This analogy includes risking rejection, paying, effort put out. The answer will determine whether they consider themselves equal to or above men.

[LittleSally]

This just sounds like a bitter little rant about nothing pertaining to the subject of this mytake.
O. o

It's about friendship.

[ALegend]

What better could describe friendship? You apparently think you are 'above' real friendship with men and are too selfish and egotistic to admit it.

[Roostah]

Why do you make so many mytakes?

[LittleSally]

Because I love to write. Why don't you?