Friends and Peers

NOISY NEIGHBORS Orchard Lane—what an incredible name for our new address! Despite the lack of implied fruit trees, the little Americana house seemed ideal for the two of us, two creative people settling without too much fanfare into our twilight…
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If you have a Facebook page, take some time one of these days and look through some of your friend’s pages.  Take note of how many friends each of them may have.  It may be very eye opening for you…
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Many people have estranged friends with whom they wish to resume relationships.  Just because a friendship is estranged now does not mean that it cannot be repaired in the future.  There are different things that you can do in order…
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Friendship is part of the bedrock of society. We are social beings; we do not function at our fullest capacity when kept isolated from others. A strong, genuine friendship network is necessary; it does not matter whether you have a…
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Class Reunions: Torture or punishment… *How do you feel…torture or punishment?: There are many people who say it’s both torture and punishment because they have gained so much weight, aged, and changed their looks so much it would take them…
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There’s a very astute quotation by Robert Brault that covers the question of being sorry in a relationship. “A relationship becomes easier when you realize that you don’t have to be the one at fault to be the one who’s…
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Friends are the best thing in the world, they are right up there with your significant other. If you’re really lucky your significant other is a best friend. Unfortunately some friends become more of a job than something you enjoy….
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Although it might appear altruistic to help a friend by interfering in what is obvious (to you) as a bad relationship, doing so has a way of backfiring. Friends who provide listening ears and crying shoulders without unsolicited advice usually…
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You’ve finally done it, packed up and moved to a new city. The removalist truck left ages ago, the unpacking is finished, the house/apartment looks wonderful. There you sit on your front porch with glass of wine in hand staring…
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Adjusting to a friend’s new love can be difficult. There are things you have to cope with and bad situations you might find yourself in. Staying positive during this transaction can be hard. There are things you must keep in…
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An apology is not so much about who is right or wrong, in relationship an apology is about repairing the bonds that friction burns between people who care about each other. If this friction burns are left untended, they wear…
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Calling someone a geek can be an insulting slur, usually intended by people to label those who excel in school or are uncomfortable meeting new people. However, it could also describe many of us who just can’t seem to take…
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It is no secret  humans are imperfect and are going to make mistakes when trying to maintain friendships. There are also going to be times when we treat each other right. The key to a good friendship is to deal…
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Moving to a new city is exciting, but it can also be somewhat stressful and nerve-wracking. There is so much to do when you are getting settled into a new city and you are often doing all of it alone, since…
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Friendship is one of the most powerful of all human relationships. It can revitalize your life and take it to a fresh new level. However, to make this happen and yield a host of many splendor joys associated with friendship,…
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Meeting people from all walks of life allows you to gain so much knowledge and wisdom. You will feel more confident while increasing your self esteem. But this fast paced world of ours often places barriers and brick walls before…
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Your first year on campus you are busy learning where everything is, learning the expectations of your new instructors and unless you are starting a new school with other people you know, you are going to be learning all of…
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Who doesn’t have a clingy friend? You know, that person who constantly calls, texts, and e-mails. He constantly craves your attention, wants your feedback, or needs your help. Worse yet, he often gets antsy when you don’t respond immediately. The…
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7 Great Ways to Meet People in College Meeting people in college can be both stressful and difficult and easy and stress free.  It all depends on how outgoing a person is.  It can be hard because going away to…
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What is a ‘friend’? From what I know, friends bring a couple of meanings, that is: 1. A person whom one knows, likes, and trusts.2. A person whom one knows; an acquaintance.3. A person with whom one is allied in…
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Is it possible for twenty children to play together for twenty years? Thinking about some old friends brings a lot of refreshing and great memories to mind. When I consider some childhood friends, I really wish we could get together and be…
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It can be very difficult to stand by and watch when a good friend is in an unhealthy relationship that is harming her and not giving her what she needs to be the loving, happy, fulfilled and fun-loving person you…
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In the long history of human bonding and affection-sharing, the power of persuasion plays a big role. And begging for forgiveness seems like the most subtle and the most powerful of all the persuasive skills. No matter what the situation…
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Ask yourself what will happen if you don’t? Is it abusive, or condescending? When friends are involved in abusive relationships, I always voice my opinion. Years ago, when I helped keep a secret, a friend died. Now, I am known…
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Relationships are a bit like favorite pillows. You get comfortable with them, and that comfort level is something all good friends share. Then things change. It’s a little like someone took the stuffing out of that pillow and it’s no…
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I believe that the word friendship has got more to do than just accompanying a person to the movies, to fast food shops or restaurants, to far out places during vacations or just being a good company in good times….
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You know who they are. That friend, coworker, or acquaintance who just drains you for all you’re worth. It’s happened to you more than a few times, for sure. You have coffee or lunch with them, maybe just talk to…
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You get to work prepared for a productive day only to find yourself unable to concentrate. There is a smell coming from someone to your left. You’ve smelled it before in different places around the office, but you’ve never been…
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No matter where you are, at work, at church, and sometimes even within our own homes we can often become the subject of gossip.  Gossip is vicious because it’s usually not true, and if it’s at work, it can cause…
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Gossip is as deadly as disease. In fact that’s the word for it: dis – ease.  Gossip is so bad the Biblical book of Proverbs has six separate verses dedicated to the wisdom of avoiding it.  According to the Bible…
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