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My close-knit circle of friends from my home in Minnesota has consistently shown me unwavering kindness and respect.

I have a wonderful friend at Orono High School who truly respects my boundaries. While they did try to hug me, I didn’t feel comfortable with it at that moment as I just needed some time and space. Also, I didn’t hear back. While in college, I deliberately kept my distance from my friends for an extended period. Subsequently, I made a point of returning home to visit my family.

I fully trust my friends from 6 years ago to be my absolute best friends. They consistently stick around through both the good and the bad times. They not only make it okay for me to be sad but also provide nonjudgmental support when I’m upset. I deeply value their unwavering support when I’m suffering from overwhelming distress,

A good friend will:- Demonstrate a genuine interest in what’s going on in your life, what you have to say, and how you think and feel.- Accept you for who you are. – Listen to you attentively without judging you, telling you how to think or feel, or trying to change the subject.

“Respect and trust are absolutely essential in positive and healthy friendships and relationships. It’s all about valuing and accepting each other for who they truly are. Disagreements may arise, but individuals can openly discuss their feelings with mutual respect and trust and confidently work through any challenges as friends.”

• Trustworthy. Trust is the foundation of a good friendship.
• Respectful. A good friend respects your boundaries, both physical and emotional.
• Empathetic. Empathy is the ability to understand the feelings of others.
• Loyal. A loyal friend is reliable and will always have your back.
• Reliable. Having friends who are reliable is crucial for support, trust, mutual dependence, emotional well-being, personal growth, and fostering social connections.
• Positive. Being honest with friends can help build trust and respect, which can help maintain a friendship even when things are difficult. Being open and vulnerable can also help avoid misunderstandings and conflicts.

SIGNS OF HEALTHY FRIENDSHIP⁣

“Your boundaries will be respected: A good friend will understand when you are not available and will wait for you until you are ready to talk. They will not pressure you to be someone you are not and will respect your life decisions.”

A True friend consistently demonstrates their care through meaningful actions, both big and small, effectively walking the talk.

• “A loyal friend is always by your side, through thick and thin.”
• “Always listen to your friends.”
• “Discover the truth.”
• “Please inquire about their needs.”
• “Physically demonstrate your care for them.”
• Stay connected.
• “Be sure to communicate your feelings to them.”
• “Be ready to make difficult choices.”

10 signs you’re surrounded by understand the importance of trusting friends who truly care about you

• They are always there for you.
• They listen to you.
• They remember the little things.
• They respect your boundaries.
• They support your dreams.
• They make time for you.
• They celebrate your successes.
• They’re honest with you.

How can you determine if someone views you as a friend?

“Please keep in mind the following key points.”

1. They frequently text you. 2. They enjoy spending time with you. 3. They support you, even when it’s inconvenient. 4. They unexpectedly call you, but you do not hear back from them. This can be hurtful to someone’s feelings. This is for a friend.