“Friends are like angels who lift you up when your own wings forgot how to fly”.
I’ve always loved this amazing quote about friendship. I think it describes the perfect friendship, as all of us need people that take good care of us, especially when we’re struggling.
Friendship is one of the most important relationships one can have in their life. In Maslow’s pyramid of human needs, the need for affiliation is shown as one of the most important needs.
All people need to feel like they belong somewhere, and that they have a community that supports them and they can build beautiful memories with.
I would even say that the need for affiliation is so important that it has a strong impact on a person’s mental health and wellbeing.
However, being a good friend, finding a good friend, and recognizing the qualities of a good friend are not always easy.
Friendships, like all relationships, can have ups and downs.
If you are looking for advice on how the become the best friend for someone, or how to know if someone is a true friend for you, read on!
I will describe how to be a good friend, the difficulties you may face in a friendship, and of course, the 30 most important qualities of a good friend.
What Are The Qualities Of A Good Friend?
1. Loyalty
One of the number one qualities of a good friend is loyalty. A friend should say the nasty stuff to your face and only good stuff behind your back.
This means that if they have any complaint, they will say it to you, not about you.
It also does not mean that they will be rude or to you in a nasty way – it was just a figure of speech. Loyalty is also proven in times when a friendship has survived many tough years and times.
2. Support
A true friend is always there to support you. If they don’t have time, they will make time for you and they will not come up with excuses or ignore you when you’re facing difficulties.
3. They Make Time
They make time to see you, help you, or spend time with you. They may be busy, but your friendship remains a priority, and they make you feel and see that.
4. They Put The Effort In
A friend will not just meet you or help you when it’s convenient for them to do so. A friend will put the effort in coming to see you when it’s required and to be there for you during important or difficult times.
5. Empathy
When you tell your problems to your friend, you will never feel judged. They will show you empathy and will do their best to assist you with the problem.
A true friend can put themselves in your shoes and stay on your side even when you’re the one who has made a mistake.
6. Compassion
A true friend will show you compassion even when you are doing something wrong. They will know that one mistake does not define who you are and that everyone makes mistakes.
Your true friends will always show you compassion and assist you with any problem you may have.
7. Similarity
By similarity, I mean that a real friend will be somehow similar to you and there will be a lot of common ground.
In a friendship, certain aspects will bond you to your best friend and will make your connection stronger.
Maybe you will struggle with the same problems or will share the same core interests. Whatever it is, it will be the foundation for your friendship.
8. Knows You Better Than Anyone
A true friend knows you better than anyone. You don’t have to tell them when you are sad, as they will instantly know and feel that.
Also, you don’t need to tell them what you’re thinking at most times, as they will know that also.
9. Telepathy
You can notice a telepathic connection between you and your true friends. You may know when they are going to call you, and very often both of you will know what the other one is thinking.
10. Reliability
A true friend is reliable in every possible way. If they say they will show up, then they will.
If they promise support, they will offer it. If you have a problem, you’re not afraid to call them because you know they will help.
11. Trustworthiness
By trustworthy, I mean that whatever secret you entrust them with, they keep it, regardless of the situation. A true friend will take all your secrets to the grave with them, and will protect them at any cost.
12. Enthusiasm
Enthusiasm is one of the less thought about qualities of a good friend. A true friend will show enthusiasm when they are about to meet you.
You will never feel that they are not interested in seeing you, nor will they seem bored around you.
Your connection will be so strong, that no matter what happens, you will always have more stuff to tell to each other, jokes to make, and amazing memories to recall.
13. Deep love
A true friend will transmit a feeling of deep love towards you….
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