Category Archives: Friendships

How to Resolve Conflict with a Friend

The key to friendship is knowing how to resolve conflict. Not many people go through life without having a dispute or experiencing conflict with family and friends. It’s natural given that we each have our own beliefs, life experiences, childhood … Continue reading

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How to Move on Once a Friendship is Over

Once a friendship is over – really over – it’s time to let go and create new relationships. It’s not easy to move on from a friendship if your friend filled an important role in your life or if this … Continue reading

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When a Friend is Distant ~ How to Rekindle the Friendship

A distant friend leaves a space in your heart, waiting to be filled with fun, love and laughter. In my article, Why Friends Drift Apart and Friendships End, several readers asked me what to do when a friend is distant … Continue reading

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How to be a Good Friend

Discovering how to be a good friend is a gift to you both. We’ve all had at least one good friend in our life; someone we trust, someone to count on, someone who is genuine, and fun to be with. … Continue reading

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How to End a Friendship Peacefully

How we end a friendship can be just as impactful as how we start one. Knowing how to end a friendship peacefully requires looking at all the options. Do you want a quick ending or time for processing? Do you … Continue reading

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How to Have Closure When a Friendship Ends

Having closure when a friendship ends brings peace of mind. Friends come and go in our lives. Some leave a lasting imprint on our hearts while others leave a bitter taste in our mouth. Regardless of the reasons why a … Continue reading

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