2006-09-20 10:20:37 · 31 answers · asked by Jenny R 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
loyalty, trustworthyness
2006-09-20 10:22:01 · answer #1 · answered by firestarter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only way to keep a friend is to always keep their confidences, defend their honor when they're not around (unless they really did something wrong...then just don't talk about it with anyone), listen to them when they talk, laugh with them when they say something truly funny (not at someone elses's expense), share your life with them, always tell the truth (carefully and lovingly) even when it might hurt, do things together (unless the things could get you or them in trouble), and just generally spend time with them...though not so much that you can't breathe. It's okay to have lots of friends, though you might only have two or three really close friends. Never stay in a dangerous relationship, no matter who they are. You shouldn't have to buy them things to keep them as your friend. You shouldn't be the only one contributing to your friendship...it's about sharing. Never borrow anything to anyone that you would be sorry to not get back. If they won't be friends with you unless you do this thing or that thing, then they don't want to be your friend. If they talk about you behind your back, they're not your friend. If they only want to be with you when no one's looking, they're not your friend. If they call you names that make you uncomfortable (and they know it), they're not your friend. In the end, there's no way to guarantee keeping your friend because you don't own them. All you can do is to be the best friend that you can be, being truthful and honest in every way. It's almost guaranteed that you'll have a misunderstanding. Work it out as soon as possible. Even if you didn't cause the problem, be the first to apologize. You'll probably find that they'll say it was their fault and apologize to you, wanting to get the friendship back on solid ground. I've been around the corner a few times, and have lived long enough to know what works and what doesn't. I've had friends dump me with little or no reason, even after I apologized. Sometimes, there's nothing you can do. Down the road, you might find that ending that friendship was actually better for both of you. <*)))><
2006-09-20 17:32:54 · answer #2 · answered by Sandylynn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well to keep a friend just be yourself and be nice and have fun. if the person stops being ur friend it is either because u did sumthing wrong or they werent much of a friend check out www.watchtower.org that might help u with friends
2006-09-20 17:24:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can keep a friend by being truthful, nice, and cheerful!! That can always help u keep a friend. Dont be a back Staber also! Be true!
2006-09-20 17:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by YoungWoman 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By being a friend yourself. People don't understand what a friend is these days and they r very hard to come by. In order to have a friend u have to be a friend. Friends doesn't just mean being around to kick it. A friend is a special person who understands and wants to be around regardless of finances or issues. What a friend we have in JESUS.
GOD BLESS
2006-09-20 17:25:05 · answer #5 · answered by precious 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
friends r some times weird well most of the time but if they r a true friend them keep em
2006-09-20 17:22:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never really had to work at it...it just came naturally...I have known my Best Friends since we were in grade school and we still hang out every week...Be a good person I guess.
2006-09-20 17:22:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be kind and considerate. If the person wants more out of you, like money or what you can do for them, then they are not your friend no matter what you do. Treat others how you would like to be treated and then pick and chose who is worthy of your affections.
2006-09-20 17:22:54 · answer #8 · answered by DDav 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just let him/she go, you can not keep them if you want to keep them. By nice and all, tell people what you like about them, and open the gate to let them fly. Then, they will be your friend. Just be sure she/him will not forget about you.
2006-09-20 17:27:12 · answer #9 · answered by arisfo 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
By being a friend yourself.
It involves sharing, communicating and giving a bit of yourself to get to know the other person and so they can get to know YOU.
It does take years of work..
2006-09-20 17:22:38 · answer #10 · answered by mmvmartha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hang out with them whenever they want you to. I've lost friends because I didn't do that enough. Always answer the phone when they call you.
2006-09-20 17:23:25 · answer #11 · answered by sarah e 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋