Grandma convenes full house of guests for 70th anniversary, tells her golden rules of friendship

No doubt, friendship It is a rarity and value that must be cherished. But maintaining strong friendships is not possible with everyone. People change, find new friends, travel around the world. Sometimes we just distance ourselves from each other, not fully understanding why this happens. To have someone to invite to your 70th birthday, it is important not to forget some simple truths.



True friendship.

1. There are no real friends. Most of the people you talk to are friends or acquaintances, but not friends. A maximum of five people really appreciate you. Others come into your life for a certain period. Often we are connected with other people only by circumstances, place of residence, work or study.
2. Don't hold a hidden grudge.. If you think that a friend did not do well or offended you with a word, do not jump to conclusions. Instead of secretly resenting a person, find the strength to start a serious conversation and clarify the situation. Maybe the person didn’t have bad intentions at all and didn’t even know that he hurt your feelings.
   
   
   
3. Real friends don’t evaporate when things are going well. Most people can support in grief. But only a few people can sincerely rejoice and experience your happiness, not their own.
4. Friends are not the people you see every day. With a real friend or friend you can meet once every few months or once a year, but these meetings will bring you much more joy than daily communication with employees or neighbors.
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5. Friends can be boring.And that's totally normal! Those who want to hang out with you just because you’re “such a fun guy” will run away if you suddenly become apathetic or tired of parties.
6. Do not forget about old friends, even if you have a new interesting company. Don’t forget to write to them, or better – call or meet in person. After all, it may be that your friend or friend is going through difficult times and does not bother you with their whining, realizing that you do not care about them.
   
   
   
7. The older we get, the harder it is to make true friends. The sad truth is that friendship is the prerogative of youth. Then everyone comes first to family or work. Appreciate those who have stayed with you since school. This is a real treasure and a rarity.
8. Of course, a true friend will not leave you in trouble. But wiping snot is not a sign that you are appreciated. A close person can speak categorically and harshly.But the truth is much more valuable than the words "everything will pass", "don't be discouraged, you are the best."
   
   
   
9. Make more demands on yourself than on your friends. Did your friend forget to congratulate you on your birthday? Did a friend visit the hospital? Remember, maybe there were a lot of mistakes on your part?
10. Do not be sad if your friends, for one reason or another, move away from your life. Of course, you can try to improve the relationship, but do not impose yourself if the other person is indifferent and does not take steps towards it. In this case, find the strength to let go and forgive. Respect the choices of others.
    
    
    

And what, in your opinion, manifests itself friendship? Are there people around you that you can call close friends? Share your thoughts on this!