Elementary school: the days when we measured our popularity by how many friends we had. It seemed as if the more girls you had by your side, the cooler you were; those who could get the most kids to love them were viewed as royalty. As most of us know, this fantasized concept quickly diminishes the second high school begins, considering it's impossible to get everyone to like you. It took me some time to come to terms with the fact that having more friends isn't always better; in fact, having a small group of girls or guys who you can truly call your best friends is the way to go. Here is why:

1. Your group chat is never too overwhelming.

We all know the horrors of large group chats, especially when they consist of 10+ people. Having a small friend group = less people to text, AKA a very small possibility that you'll ever open your phone to more than 100 new messages (as most of us know: catching up in a large group chat is exhausting).

2. You do everything together, always.

It's not a true party without every member of the group being present. You feel complete when you're all together, mostly because you're together for a majority of the time. It's not easy to get 10, 11, or 12 girls at the same place at once; but, when there's only 4 of you, it's a whole different story.

3. You know every last detail about each other.

Sometimes, you don't even realize that you knew some things about them. Everything from their Starbucks and Chipotle order to their class schedules; you've got it down pact. You also know strange things about each other's family members, because that's just how often you're together.

4. You hang out with each others' siblings, too.

Your best friend's sibling is basically just a different version of your best friend. Because there aren't too many of you, you get to know each others' sisters and brothers a little too well. They're never surprised to see you in their home, because it's basically your home, too.

5. Half of your closet consists of their clothes.

Sharing clothes when there is a group of only a few of you is an everyday thing; what's even more everyday, is never getting those clothes back. It's totally normal for you to wear your best friends' shirt out while hoping they won't notice it's theirs, even though they always will.