Being a friend is one thing, but being a good friend is another. It is not easy and not many people know what it truly means but it is something that means a lot to me and many other people. I am not the person who needs a lot of acquaintances. I would rather have a handful of best friends instead. I'd rather have people in my life who know everything about me, the good and the bad, and still choose to associate with me. You want people who are going to stick around and not only be around because it's convenient. Here are a few qualities that make someone a good friend.
1. Honesty
A friend will say what makes you happy, but a true friend will be brutally honest with you even if it hurts because they want what is best for you. They will be honest about everything. They will tell you if you're acting funny, they will tell you the truth about your relationships, etc. The truth may hurt, but it's only because they love you that they care so much to tell you.
2. Being Supportive
A good friend should always be happy for you. No matter what the situation is they should always be supportive even if they are jealous. The jealousy should never show and they should never be resentful because there are somethings that you can't control.
3. Loyalty
A good friend will always have your back. They would never try to hurt you or leave you because they think someone else is better. They will stay by your side through the ups and downs and will be proud to call you their best friend.
These are just a few things that make someone a good friend. I could talk about so many more qualities, but I felt that these are the most important. When your friends think about you, you should want them to think that you possess all these qualities. That you are their best friend and not just their acquaintance. You should want to be a better friend because you don't want to go through life alone. Nothing is better than having a best friend by your side.
P.S. - To all my best friends this one is to you. I love you guys!
