Friends and Peers

While there is certainly nothing wrong with choosing friends on the basis of thinking that you’ll never part. In a perfect world this may true, however in the real world, sometimes our hopes and expectations can be dashed by events,…
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Well, there are a number of different methods, but if you are reading this article, you obviously have access to the Internet, so for this article we’ll just stick to methods used on the World Wide Web. In this piece,…
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It took me a long time to even consider joining Facebook.  I had several concerns, and many of them were and still are valid.  In my view, Facebook was too “open.”  Too many people could “find” you and I’d heard…
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Staying in contact with old friends is a lot easier than it was in the past, since virtually everyone in the developed world has access to a computer and the Internet. Thus, you don’t have to write letters or hold…
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It seems obvious which qualities would, in theory, make a good friend. There are the obvious suspects – loyalty, similar interests, honesty and compassion; there are even qualities like creativity, depth of thinking, and intellect that some people find necessary…
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Friendships are formed throughout life. Some friends are around a long time, while others may be part of our lives for a shorter period of time. There is something about the chemistry of two personalities meshing that keeps the relationship alive, and present. We…
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Old friends are those you’ve known most of your life and there’s not much both of you don’t know about each other. Few surprises are in the works and everyone takes it for granted that you and this person are…
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Meeting new people can be intimidating, but there some tips that you can follow to help you be more comfortable in the situation. The first series of tips is about preparation, and the second has to do with the actual…
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Living in today’s world can be full of pressure for some not as “sociable” types. If you are not born with that natural social grace, being social can be a difficult trait to learn. What exactly is needed today to…
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A good friend is a true friend. A true friend is a good friend.  These are not just repeated words but two statements that are almost the same, but not really the same.  A good friend is someone who is…
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Meeting new people isn’t everyone’s cup of tea; whether it’s due to anxiety of being in a social situation with lots of new people around, or meeting someone new one-on-one for the first time. Many people have an uneasy feeling…
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When you’re at university there are plenty of opportunities to make new friends, as you tend to be within an enclosed environment where you feel free to start a conversation with anyone. On campus there are plenty of events that…
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Moving to a different town can be challenging to some people, while to others, it is an avenue for adventure. People move all the time, either in search of a new job or job transfer, or at times in search…
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Moving to a new town can be an exciting and scary experience all at the same time. A new start, a new beginning and an opportunity to meet new people. There are many ways to go about meeting new people…
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It is a natural progression in life to make new friends as your circle of acquaintances grows wider and changes according to where you live and work. You will lose touch with some friends as you move on, or they…
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Making new friends at any age and keeping them can be the key to a happier life. Human beings have an inherent need to belong, and strong social contacts are one of the essential building blocks to that satisfying and joyful life….
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As people age and become “elderly” in the eyes of others, they can be lonely, and require help getting around (doctors’ visits, groceries, out to eat…). Some elderly people move back in with a child, or into Assisted Living facilities. …
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Today in the 21st century with the hectic pace of living, you may find yourself not having much spare time for your old friends. It’s not that you don’t want to; pleasant memories of your old friendships may continue to…
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It seems so easy for some people; they walk into situations where they know very few people, but they act as though they have known them all their lives. For other people, meeting new people can be a nerve-wracking experience….
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Friendship is a social relationship that you develop as you get to know new people, move to new places, seize opportunities, or assume work. Friendship does not know any boundaries such as age, gender, economic status, or educational attainment. Since…
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How to keep your lasting friendships Friends that you’ve had since high school days or longer won’t mind taking a seat to your most immediate friends. They too have their jobs, their family, their commitments that don’t involve you and…
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Let me tell you ladies and gentlemen how love can blindsight us, even the simple love such as friendship love. I had my first best friend at the age of twelve which was about ten years ago. She was the…
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As you move through life it is inevitable you are going to meet new people. Some people you will like and others you will have issues with.. Some of these people are even going to become your friends. As you…
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For most people, making friends is easy. The tricky part is deciding who, among these friends, are good ones. The person must possess certain qualities in order to be considered a good friend. Good friends are supportive. They bring you…
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The qualities which make good friends… It’s important to use the proper qualities when we make good friends…here is a list that will be helpful for readers: *Never become to personal in another person’s relationship with us unless they offer…
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Who ever said that words could never hurt obviously never went through a backstabbing ordeal. It, to put it mildly, stinks. It’s not impossible to get through, however. Backstabbers are friendly to you to your face and will immediately assail…
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Your husband drags himself in the door after a grueling 12-hour day on the job. You and Susan, your best friend in the whole world, are camped out at the kitchen table, a steaming pot of coffee between you. The…
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Friendship is essential for most people, but as lives progress, friends that you once held close to your heart may become unintentionally neglected. As time goes by, it becomes even more difficult to rekindle a friendship. While some friendships become…
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Peer pressure is everywhere. It’s in high school halls and in the workplace boardrooms. It’s in shopping malls and movie theaters, restaurants and bars. It can even be next door. As a young adult, I’ve experienced the trials of peer…
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Life moves on at such a pace that sometimes people don’t find it easy to make time for old friends, but they should. These are important people, and often the roots of your life are formed by the relationships which…
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