A best friend is easily one of the best gifts that life gives you. Not only is a best friend someone to do fun things with, but they are also people that shape our lives and make us better. They are someone who sticks with you through thick and thin, not because they have to, but because they want to. And best of all, they teach you things about yourself, and about the world without even realizing it.
Here are some of the great things my best friend taught me.
1. She taught me how to love myself
She showed me that I am perfect the way I am by her constant encouragement and positivity. No matter what, she always has something to say about me that is thoughtful and kind. She has seen me at my best and at my worst, and she still loves me. Without even realizing it, she makes sure I know my worth every day. She is the type of person that constantly builds me up and asks for nothing in return, the type of person everyone wants in their life.
2. She taught me how to live my life selflessly
She is always one to put other's needs before her own. She will bend over backward for anyone if that means she can help them out or make them happy. Her greatest joy comes from helping others, and there is nothing more admirable than that. No matter what, she will do anything for me, or anyone else. She is the type of friend that is always there for you, no matter what. By watching her live her life so selflessly, it has helped me to follow her footsteps and live a more fulfilling life.
3. She has taught me how to see the positive side of everything.
Almost everything that comes out of her mouth is something positive or encouraging. She never has anything negative to say about anyone or anything. She lives such a happy life because she doesn’t let negative thoughts or attitudes get to her and bring her down. She truly is the type of person that sees the sunny side of everything. She is the happiest person to be around because she radiates a constant positivity. Even when everything in life isn’t going her way, she finds a way to make the best of it all. Her constant positivity has rubbed off on me and has made me a happier person all around.
4. She has set the best example and is such a great role model.
I am the way I am because of the way she has influenced my life and continues to do so on the daily. A best friend like this is someone to look up to and always keep around. She doesn’t realize the impact that she leaves not only my life but the lives of others. She is my best friend, my family. She holds a special place in my heart that no one can replace.
To my best friend who is reading this right now, thank you for being you.
