FRIENDSHIPS?? Are they for real?

Question

Would you consider your friends more like associates. Would they go out of their way for you when you're in trouble. Would they provide you with money when you desperately needed it?

Answer 1

Real friendship is as hard to find as real love.

Answer 2

it's quite scary how so many of us ponder this question, and seem to know that a lot of our friendships are superficial. this is not the first time that i have seen this type of question on Q and A'S.
I think you need to accept that there are different types of friends, and because they are not all attuned in the same way as you ,does not mean you have to get rid of all of them. only the ones who use you constantly.

as you go along in life you will meet people who you automatically click with and these are likely to become close friends. some others will only pass briefly through your life , but you may learn things from each other, whether good or bad.

what i am finding fascinating is that by replying on this site , that i show more of myself then i am able to with some friends. so when you find someone who you can express yourself to , and who is able to do the same back with mutual respect then hold onto them and be a good friend. they may have most of the traits that you value, but all of us have a mind of our own ,so do not be disappointed when there are differences.

i beleive they are out there, just like some believe in other alien experiences.

Answer 3

I have 2-3 REAL friends. Everyone else would be considered an associate. I dont need nor want more than 2 or 3 close friends either.

Answer 4

Well there are different levels of friendships and some are not meant to last for long, some people are only for you to learn from for a certain journey you are on, but do surround your self with the positive ones that have your back in times of need and call when you need a friendly voice.

Answer 5

I am very lucky to have some really close and great friends who would do anything to help me out of a tight spot whether it was lending me money or just letting me vent.

Trouble is it is easy to take best friends for granted and forget that things work both ways some times. Be there for your friends and cherish them and they will be there for you!

How mushy I am. But I do really need and love my mates.

Answer 6

hey,friendship is not only abt providing money,its abt being supportive when in need.a friend might not be able to provide u the money u need but if he is with u when u need him then he's definitely a true friend.i've seen good and close friends but i am waiting to see a true friendship.
i know friends are for real but i just long to have one true friend who'll be everything for me.

Answer 7

I only have a handful of people I know I can call friends as they do all of the above. The rest I know are all associates!!!

Answer 8

My friends are for real, They have done so much for me and like wise, Its when you are really in trouble do you find out who your real friends are and who are associates.

Answer 9

You'll only find out if your friendships are real in times of crisis. Most people are selfish and will turn their backs on you. The real friends are the ones who are there when everyone else turns away and they are as rare as gold dust. Treasure them if you find them.

Answer 10

friendships are defined by level of commitment..not all friends are rated the same..some are closer than others..well with me..some friends are like associates, others are like brothers...it's the level of commitment that defines how strong the friendship bond is...