We all may not know what best friends are. But we’ve probably heard that best friends help you through thick and thin. You are a grown-up now; a teenager, an adolescent, or an adult. But can you point out a friend you’ve been with for the past 10 years? Just one. Can you?
Yes?
No?
If your answer is yes, what do you notice about this friend? What made you stick together till today? Have you ever experienced a rift? If your answer is No, ask yourself this same question as well.
You see, you can easily predict where you will be in the next 6 years. How can you do that? Simple! It’s simply because of the people you considered your best friends.
If you don’t know, then I’ll tell you. Who do you consider your best friends? Why do you consider them your best friends? Here are a few tips to know.
1. Exhibit The Attributes Of A Best Friend
I’ll gladly remind you of this; Treat others the way you want to be treated. Exhibit the attributes you want your best friend to have. You may have stopped talking to some people you once called friends, but then, they might not be the problem. It could be you. They might have tried to keep the friendship. The problem might just be you.
2. Is Your Best Friend a “goal-getter”
Do you have a friend that does something once they set their mind to it? Then this is an example of someone you should consider your best friend. A goal-getter will surely help you go a long way in life. They won’t make you give up on your goals and they won’t give up on theirs as well
3. Do Your Best Friend Celebrate Your Success?
If yes, you are on the right path, if no, you are in trouble. Your best friend should also be one of your biggest supporters. They should be the ones rooting for you and vice-versa. A best friend will always be happy about every one of your wins. Even if they are small, they still help you celebrate and congratulate you. It shows they are happy about your progress.
4. Can You Share Your Dreams and Progress With Your Best Friend?
When you share your dream with your best friend, they will be your accountability partner until you achieve the dream. They will also help you devise a hitch-free plan on how you can successfully achieve your aim. They believe they are successful if you are also successful.