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3 Hard Truths About Friendships
The hardest truths in life are sometimes learned after having gone through the situation. Friendships can present the same way. You may have been through some situations that changed your perspective about friendships. If not, here are some hard truths concerning friendships.
Not all friendships are meant to last
There are ‘passing people’ that you will encounter in life for various purposes. While the experiences with these friends may have been enjoyable, they were not meant to be long-lasting. People change, circumstances change, and some friendships can become hard to maintain.
Some friends have ulterior motives
Not everyone smiling with you necessarily wants the best for you. Many people stick around waiting for a time to see you fail. Pay attention to their actions, body language, and slight comments.
Many people use friendships as a shield against loneliness
“It is better to be alone than to be in bad company” – George Washington
Some people stay in bad friendships for fear of being alone. This often leads to deeper feelings of loneliness because you’re surrounded by people that don’t truly make you happy. Being alone comes easy once you learn to love yourself.