The real act of, say, building a friendship or creating a community involves performing a series of small, concrete social actions well: disagreeing without poisoning the relationship; revealing vulnerability at the appropriate pace; being a good listener; knowing how to end a conversation gracefully; knowing how to ask for and offer forgiveness;

... See more

Friendship is the most influential factor on our health, wellbeing, and happiness. Yet we treat it like an afterthought. But when you prioritize friendship, it transforms your life. Because here’s the truth:

When you become the friend you wish you had, you’ll attract the friendships you’ve been searching for.

101 ways to make and maintain friendships