What kind of friend should you be? Have you ever thought about it? Have you thought about the what the word friend means to you? For many in our digital age a friend is an acquaintance on a social media platform. For some, a friend is someone they know by name and with whom they are somewhat familiar. Others understand the reciprocal nature of friendship. They understand friendship bonds two people together. These friends care deeply for each other and sacrifice to help each other.
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Today’s Inspiration ~ It’s All There
“Look to what you have around you and be grateful, instead of searching for more. All you take with you when you leave this world is love, friendship, and good deeds.”
Today’s Inspiration ~ The Best Place to Stand
“It’s better to stand by someone’s side than by yourself” ~ Jack London
Something to Think About
Traveling broadens our view. When we travel we find other people, from different cultures and belief systems are not too different from us. The more we travel, the more we discover how deeply we are connected. When we know another person, it is more difficult to dislike or hate the other person. This is true in our local communities as well as on a global scale. If we can withhold judgments and choose to learn, we have an opportunity to connect, learn, and create a friendship.
💡 Something to Think About
Friends help friends. One can measure the depth of friendship by how willing a friend is to help in time of need. It’s a two way street. A trusted friend is priceless, don’t let go.
🌞 Today’s Inspiration ~ Definition of a True Friend
“A true friend is the one who holds your hand and touches your heart.”
👊 Today’s Power Thought ~ Be a Friend
I’m sure of this, if I want a friend, I need to first be a friend.
Stress Hack: Create a Circle of Friends
“There are many different ways to cope with stress. We know from a lot of different studies that having close personal relationships—people with whom you can talk, with whom you can share your feelings—can be helpful,” says Kiecolt-Glaser. “So spending time with family and friends in order to maintain those relationships is perhaps one of the most crucial things you can do as a stress reducer.”
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Today’s Reflection: The Best Gifts are Often Free
I offer you peace. I offer you love. I offer you friendship. I see your beauty. I hear your need. I feel your feelings. ~ Gandhi
Wellness Tip
Express your heart. People who have one or more close friendships are happier. It doesn’t seem to matter if we have a large network of close relationships or not. What seems to make a difference is if and how often we cooperate in activities and share our personal feelings with a friend or relative.
source: The Pursuit of Happiness
