Friendship

Many of us spend a lot of valuable energy trying to fit in, be liked by others, be a part of groups, and sometimes we even give up our own identity in order to experience a feeling of belonging. In the majority of these cases, we usually neglect an important aspect of being 'special.'

It costs nothing to compliment someone, but it means so much to the receiver of your compliment. So, go ahead and make someone's day with a compliment.

If your friend is in a toxic relationship and going through a hard time, an intervention may be necessary before things get worse.

Is your friend ignoring you all of a sudden and you don't know why? Here are 8 reasons why they might be ghosting and what to do about it.

Everyone talks about how to manage a romantic break-up, but what if you need to separate from a friend? Learn the valid reasons for leaving a friendship and a list of ways to do it as responsibly and as cleanly as possible.

This is a collection of fun and wholesome questions to ask your friends for a jolly good time.

This article has an original collection of inspirational and motivational good morning messages for friends and loved ones to help you wish them a good day.

What do you do when you have no friends? It's lonely out there. It's a lot better to do life with others. Cope and learn why you have no friends.

Have you been unfriended, deleted, or unfollowed on social media? How did it make you feel? Did you have questions about why it happened? It could be one of the six following reasons.

Young couples preparing for marriage should hang out with older couples because they can receive advice and secrets for a successful life together.

Some people have difficulty accepting advice. They may be in denial or need someone to listen and be supportive. This article reviews how to respond.

This is a collection of over a hundred humorous and witty compliments you can tell your friends to make their day.

This is a collection of over one hundred kind expressions you can say to a friend to show your utmost regard and appreciation.

In an age where digital FaceTime has replaced authentic face-to-face time, the number of people who report feeling lonely has skyrocketed. Since social interaction is vital to our well-being, I started a neighborhood group to help restore the sense of belonging I was missing.

How should you handle a friend who has different political views? Can you still be friends? Here's how to handle the nuances of differing values in your relationships.

Does your best friend like you more than just a friend? Maybe you've known each other since you were children, or maybe they've helped you through a hard time. If you suspect that your best friend has feelings for you, you may be right. Let's take a look at the tell-tale signs.

Sometimes we grow apart from people and realize that we need to end friendships. Here are 5 tricks to phase someone out without seeming rude.

Unfortunately, some people lack social awareness and empathy; here are 6 signs that it's time to phase out your toxic, narcissistic friend. Do they intrude on your life regularly, yet treat you badly? If so, you're better off without them.

Not everyone you meet will like you and want you to be their friend. Learn proven ways to determine if someone is a friend or an acquaintance.

Unfortunately, people don't necessarily broadcast their true intentions, so any of us can be fooled by a phony person wanting to get closer to us. Protect yourself from phony people by learning the 12 signs that you're dealing with someone who is fake.

Do you have no friends or very few? Do you have a hard time meeting new people, and are the people around you not very close to you? Here's what might be going on.

It’s not surprising some daughters of emotionally absent mothers struggle to trust other women. Their moms didn't nurture their inner lives and neglected their emotions. They may now find it hard to open up and be vulnerable. Yet, that's exactly what they need to do in order to build friendships.

Great people will cross our paths, stay a while, and shape our lives through the impact of their friendship. It can be devastating when we must end these friendships. The process is never easy.

Is your friend's success suddenly bothering you? Are you wondering how to stop being jealous of them? Take a look at nine ways to avoid envy.

When a new year comes, it's time for us to figure out what we want and go for it. If you want to improve your life, consider removing toxic people.

Do you suspect your friend is using you? Sometimes it isn't clear whether someone is a user or truly wants to know you. Learn some of the signs here.

What are friends with benefits? Can friends with benefits work as a relationship? Read on to find out more.

Do you have fake friends? Did you know they can ruin your life? Here's how you can recognize and avoid toxic people.

Has it dawned on you recently that you might be a bad friend to the people around you? Fear not! You may not be as terrible as you think. (Then again, you might be worse.)

Friends come and go. They act like water flowing in and out of a river bank. Learn the qualities of a good friend and you may know who to keep around.

Do you ever worry that the people around you aren't genuine friends? Learn the signs of a fake friend and spare yourself the toxic drama.

Do you suspect that you might have a jealous friend bringing you down? Here are some not-so-obvious signs of jealousy to help you figure it out.

No matter how busy you are, it's important to find time for your best friend. If you want to strengthen your friendship and enjoy more quality time together, here are some fun ways to stay connected!

Anyone who’s earned the “best friend” title should know everything about you, right? Put your BFF through a pop quiz with these 100+ best friend tag questions!

National Friendship Day is on the first Sunday in August. Here are some fun and creative ways to celebrate this special occasion with your nearest and dearest buddies.

On days when the sense of happiness needs a boost, reading this page will remind me or anyone else of the pleasurable feelings that can result from visiting old friends. Feelings of worth and more!

Back in high school, these were all the different types of girls . . . .

The secret to having good friends is to be a good friend to others. Here are some ways we can be the outstanding kind of friends that we want to become.

There are many different types of people who form bonds and relationships, and those relationships can differ greatly from each other. One of these is the difference between a friend and a companion.

Suspicious, insecure wives feel better without single women around them. Single-again women who pine for the companionship they lost are the worst kind, but not all of them are callous and conniving.

There is so much love to give and receive—why as women do we expect or think that our greatest love is only found in a man?

Many of us hold on to friendships long after they've soured and their expiration date has passed. Ending one is awkward and sad and can feel like a failure. Yet, it's often necessary and even empowering as we take good care of ourselves by eliminating those who drain and deplete us.

Learn how to understand the differences between people who are acquaintances and those who are friends so that you can have a more fulfilling life.

From the judgemental friend to the clingy friend, here are five types of problematic people to avoid.

The slang term, "bro time," has been used to poke fun at men who spend time with each other. The truth is, men who have good male friendships are a lot healthier than those who don't.

Nicknames usually come as a result of some good times spent with friends, but if you are trying to come up with funny nicknames for someone specifically, here are 101 funny nickname ideas!

“What is this, 20 questions?” Nope! We've got 170 questions! That is, 170 “favorite things” questions to ask your friends and family!

Whether you’re looking for an intimidating gamertag name or simply choosing fun nicknames for your friends and family, check out these 700+ badass nicknames for guys and girls!

Looking for a badass gangster nickname? Check out this list of 100 gangster nicknames for guys and girls, inspired by the infamous mobsters of the 1920s.

Even though you know your best friend better than most, it can still be tough to come up with a good nickname that sticks well. Here are 1,000 nicknames to help you find the perfect match!