How to Pretty Much be the World’s Greatest Friend
I recently did a training session with a men’s group. The topic of friendship came up. What follows is a list of what these men felt were the characteristics of a true friend.
1. Listen. Friends listen to each other.
2. Be positive. Friends build each other up.
3. Listen between the words. Friends read the emotion behind the words.
4. Brain storm. Friends offer suggestions to solve problems.
5. Say it. Friends acknowledge each others strong points.
6. Fight fair. When friends disagree they don’t get insulting.
7. Be there. Friends are dependable.
8. Respect. Friends demonstrate respect for each others views.
9. Honesty. Friends are truthful.
10. Accept. Friends give each other space to change.