Why You Need a Best Friend When Your World is Crashing Down
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At some level we are all individuals; our journeys are our own to make, our decisions are our own to call and our errors are our own to live by. No matter how many people our days are filled with, our life is at its core a deeply personal experience. But this does not mean there is no place for another- no man is an island; no matter what the nature of our journey, to connect with another is part and parcel of the human experience. It is our intimate sharing and deep bonding with those around us that completes our journey as we walk it. Yes, no matter how singular our experience, it is never isolated- there is always place for a true friend. But from the very first connections established in preschool to the close alliances we now treasure, friends and our relationships with them evolve as we move through life and the experiences every year brings. Every chapter brings its own change, challenges and charms, unravelling new facets of our own being and the world around us. Our friends and friendships too are not impervious to these tides of time and the shifts they herald; they evolve and move forth with us or fade away into the embrace of the past. Yet no matter how rosy or dreary our life may be, a true friend always makes the journey a lot more fun and enriching. A true friend- the very best of friends- is therefore much more than just a shoulder to lean on; he / she is a standing testament to who we are and our own journey so far. They acknowledge us not just for all we hold dear and proud, but also our flaws, failings and insecurities. These friends help us become our dreams and ambitions by bearing witness to our evolution, struggles and endeavors. Therefore when the chips are down they are the most priceless blessing to have around. When the going gets tough or our entire world comes crashing down, it is a true and best friend that reminds us of the bigger picture- of just how far we have come and just how much further we can still go. They are there to remind us of the triumphs we may now be forgetting or just how insignificant past failures now seem. Celebrating our strengths and vulnerabilities, a best friend
helps us regain the perspective and self-belief that we may lose sight of when feeling low and dejected. You could say that a best friend is a precious anchor for your life journey, offering you the support, wisdom and space which help you stay steady as you complete your journey- one chapter after another. Yes they are also a lot of fun and make every night out and evening in so much more interesting and appealing. But this is the icing on top; the real flavor of your friendship lays in the grander agenda at play- the walk of life.