Do you think it's normal to be closer to co-workers than to family and friends?

[Anonymous]

Not that I have any feelings towards my co-workers, or don't love my friends and family. I just talk to my co-workers all the time.

[sage2021]

I think it's pretty normal and it's good to be sociable with them.

Some of my best friendships were long lasting and they were with people I worked with.

They were great! Like when I had to move into another house and I didn't have any help, like all of them volunteered to help move me and I just bought some 🍕 pizza's and drinks for helping me.
I had heavy appliances too.

When I was very sick 🤢 they came to my rescue again - my whole department helped me. Took me to the hospital, doctors appointments, picked up my prescriptions, filled my refrigerator with food for my son and myself (I couldn't eat though).
So, yah, build friendships with them. They must really like your company and conversations. You seem to be approachable and that's always good to be that way instead of all closed off.

Naturally you are still going to have your family relationships, but it's really cool when you have both.