Friends and Peers

“For all sad words of tongue and pen, the saddest are these, ‘It might have been‘” ~John Greenleaf Whittier There are moments of reckoning in everyone’s lives, situations where they must surrender either their fate or the fate of some…
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Why are old friends so important in life? Probably because they were the first people that you got to socialize with in life. Be it school friends or friends from the neighborhood, finding time to spend with friends is essential…
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Outgrowing friendships is all about growing up or growing apart or a little of both. Friendships tend to evolve in your most immediate and most frequented environments. Change the environments and somehow friendships change. Growing up is a time of…
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Those who can – do. Those who can’t – teach. – H.L. Mencken I used to think this was a derogatory quote, but I’ve changed my mind. Many great people have had amazing talent but were unable to fulfill their…
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It is very difficult and sometimes heartbreaking to accept that a friendship has gone bad. Bad blood between two close friends can have very negative consequences and haunt the two forever. Old friends sometimes think that nothing can come between…
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Most people like to be generous to their friends because they have a great deal of respect and admiration for them and they know that they would happily return the favour. But there are some people that will quite happily…
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When a friend gives unwanted advice there are several reactions you can consider in order to ignore the unsolicited comments without being rude. First of all consider the source. A true friend has good intentions and probably does not realize…
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It is very sad, how you might think someone is really your true friend, but in reality you find that they are just freeloading off of you. Sometimes a person might be very subtle in hinting that you realize that…
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There are occasions when you might want to show appreciation to coworkers for their helpfulness or thoughtful behaviors. A congenial atmosphere adds to overall job satisfaction and if you are fortunate enough to work with considerate, helpful coworkers, it is natural to…
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Moving to a new town can be lonely, especially if you don’t know anyone in your new area. Friends who care about you and who you can spend time with during positive or challenging times make a huge impact on…
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Best friends are seen as very special people in our lives and ones who we hold in the highest esteem. It is very easy for us to rely upon our best friends, to divulge our deepest secrets to them and…
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It can be quite an uncomfortable experience when meeting an on line friend in person. There are so many thoughts that run through a person’s mind. The awkwardness of meeting an on line friend in person is generally made easier…
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When life just isn’t going as planned. When nothing works out right, everything seems turned against a person, who do they look towards? Their friends of course. Everyone is sad or gets sad for short to long periods of time….
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It’s slick, voyeuristic, and for a growing number of people, totally addictive. It’s “40 Days of Dating”, a real life “When Harry Met Sally” experiment created by two long-time friends who wonder if they could – or should – be…
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Accepting someone for who they are should be a golden rule in a book somewhere. Although acceptance tends to be easier said than done. People talk about tolerance and acceptance all the time. What they may not realize is that…
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First impressions are very powerful. The first time an individual encounters another person goes a long way in determining the nature of their interactions from that time forward. The images, thoughts, and feelings that are associated with an initial meeting…
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Friends are very important in your life, some times more than family members.  Losing a job is a challenging step in life. It sets oneu backwards and leaves that person devastated. That is when a friend can lend support.  Like…
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It is not easy uprooting and moving your life to a new place. You have to leave everything familiar behind; people, places and events all become part of the past. As you settle into your new home, you are faced…
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Making friends There are many ways to make new friends. The best thing about is that they’re all so easy! The only thing that stops you is the fear of rejection or maybe even the fear that you’ll ACTUALLY make…
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There is an enormous amount of hurt in the world. And, having said that, it follows that there are enormous number of hurting people. There is a saying, and you may have heard it: “hurting people hurt people.” We may…
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Frequently when you reach your thirties, you find yourself facing a new world. Perhaps you are in a new town or have undergone a change in marital status. This can present you with an awkward situation. The bar scene likely…
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I never went to any reunions until my 25th as I attended a different High School each year and didn’t think anyone would remember me. Everyone seemed to have their own clicks, friends, and hang-outs at each school and I seemed like…
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Preparing for friends or family to visit takes a little time and consideration.  You will want to make them as comfortable as possible so don’t wait until the last minute to begin your preparations.  A guest room allows your guest…
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Friendships are an important part of most people’s lives. When a friendship is broken, it can seem similar to go through a divorce or even a death. So, repairing a broken friendship can be painful. However, it can be successfully…
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Making new friends can be something people need to do at any age. It’s not something that one would think as they get older they may need to do, but sometimes we find ourselves needing new ones. Friends are people…
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Often times, a spouse will say, they feel unappreciated and unloved by their mate. In this case, perhaps the novelty of the romance has worn off and the spouse no longer shows you they love you or appreciate you. The…
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This is not going to be a comfortable topic for many of you; freeloading friends and/or family members. Take a deep breath as this touchy subject is discussed. No one likes to feel like they are being taken advantage of,…
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The work place should be an environment of professional people who are conducting themselves in a professional manner. Unfortunately, arguments may ensue and tempers may flare up because of disagreements. A superior, manager or boss should never engage in such…
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Friends are complicated. Some friendships thrive on competing. Other friendships are glued together by a common drama. A friendship can be someone who is needy and someone who needs to be in control. The point is that all friendships are…
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Friendships are all about give and take. Most of the time, they will be a source of joy, but they don’t always run smoothly. Sooner or later, you will have a disagreement about something and, if one or both of…
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