I spend a lot of time thinking about what makes a friend, a close friend, or a best friend. While I think this thought process mostly stems from my naturally curious and fascinated mind when it comes to all things Psychology, I would be ignoring a large chunk of evidence if I did not acknowledge that some of it probably comes from my own childhood self-esteem issues. Continue reading
Tag Archives: Friendship
The Myers-Briggs Might Be Legit
I wish I could say I was being paid to tell you this, but I am not. This is all true. Continue reading
6 Ways You Can Check-In on Friends Going Through a Thing
While you may be aware of the exact people in your life that are in need of a check-in from you, here’s the thing about emotional or mental struggles: we usually don’t know. Continue reading
I Canvassed for a Political Party (And Now I Think I Want to Be a Politician)
I’ve been working on saying, “yes,” to new things. I would normally cower away from anything I haven’t done before, but it’s a habit I’ve been trying to break. Because of this, I agreed to tag along with her, knocking on doors and pushing for political candidates that I truly do endorse and believe in. Continue reading
To the Friends That Just Get Me
Somehow, as you succeed in your original goal to become their friend and get to know them better, they find a way to open you up, wrap their arms around the entirety that makes you who you are, and identify with it. Continue reading
Real Friends Have Contact Photos (And Other Important Things)
The time we choose to give to others is valuable. It is calculated, thought out, and delivered. It is energy, effort, and pieces of ourselves we are giving away. We give pieces, and we get them back in return. Continue reading