Friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought nor sold
But its value is far greater than the mountain made of gold
For gold is cold and lifeless
It can neither see nor hear
And in time of trouble it is powerless to cheer
Gold it has no ears to listen
No heart to understand
It can about not bring you comfort or reach out a helping hand
So when you ask God for a gift,
Be thankful if he sends not diamonds, pearls, and riches
But the love of real true friends
See,
Friends are very rare
- Muhammad Ali
Friendship is not something that you can get to when everything else in your life is taken care of. It’s an important relationship even after the school years for emotional health, for career achievement, for physical well being.
Friends Elevate You
Your wealth is where your friends are
Plautus
These social connections can provide emotional support, companionship, a sense of belonging, and opportunities for shared experiences and personal growth. Friendships can also contribute to overall well-being, providing a support network during challenging times and enhancing the enjoyment of someone’s life.
By nature, human beings are social creatures, and meaningful connections with others can have a positive impact on mental and emotional health.
Friends Stand By You
During difficult times, it is most often hardest to go through rough patches alone. Of course, there is family, but there may be times you face some situations in life which you can’t share with your parents or family members. However, you should make sure that people whom you share your difficulties with are actually concerned about you, because not every one is loyal.
There are people out there who would actually be glad that you are facing difficulties.
Friends help you come out of depression and make you understand your own worth. You can share your happiness with everyone, but you can only really share your sadness with people who are close to your heart.
Friends Change Your Mind and Body
Scientifically, there have been many research papers which found that having social connections is one of the most reliable predictors of a long, healthy, and satisfying life.
They are provided social support and companionship, which can protect against mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
“In the face of life’s challenges, having a close friend to turn to seems to be a buffer or protective factor against some of the negative outcomes we might otherwise see”, said Catherine Bagwell, PhD professor at Davidson College.
Friendships help protect us in part by changing the way we respond to stress and can impact our brains particularly in the following regions: motivation, reward, identity, and sensory processing.
Friends Can Change Your Future
Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future
Dan Pena
In general, people tend to choose friends who are similar to them. You also become more like your friends over time. They are often the most important voices in your life.
Their voices can impact our thoughts, your decisions, and the path you will possibly go down in the future. The words they say to you can sometimes impacts you do much that they can either place a seed of doubt or erase your doubt completely.
One single conversation with a friend can change your life.
One single encouragement, support, or voice that strives for your success can get you far.
Choose your friends wisely
Be thoughtful about who you choose to spend your time with and build relationships with. It’s important to consider the qualities and values that you want in a friend and seek out people who share those qualities and values that you want in a friend.
Seek out people who share those qualities.
When choosing friends, it’s helpful to find people who are kind, trustworthy, and supportive, and share similar interests and goals.
It is also important to consider how they treat others and whether they have a positive or negative impact on your life. Ultimately, the best way to choose your friends is to trust your instincts and take the time to get to know the people before investing too much time in a friendship.
It’s okay to be selective about who you let into your life, as the people you surround yourself with can have a significant impact on your happiness and well-being.