❁ Think about what you can give to a friend – and not about what you can get from them.

❁ Encourage your friend to be all that they can be, and to reach the goals they have set for themselves.

❁ Don't hold grudges.
 Forgive and move on.

❁ Tactfully point out any serious concerns
– but only raise them once, and then leave it up to them.

❁ Be reliable.
This shows that you're a faithful and trustworthy friend.

❁ Don't be controlling.
 Real friends allow each other to think for themselves, and make their own decisions and to do their own thing. Also, they're flexible and willing to negotiate.

❁ Be there when things are good and be there when things are bad
 – and always try to understand what friends are going through.

❁ Accept that we're all different
- and your friends are not your clones. They won't always think and want the same things as you.

❁ Don't gossip
- and don't share what a friend has shared with you. A secret is a secret – don't compromise their trust.

❁ Don't allow an argument to end a friendship that you have.
Although it's hard, it's worth backing down from time to time