Tag: friendship
Book Club Friendships: We Read, Then Talk
Sandra Nowlan recounts the inspiring story of a book club that’s been meeting for 40 years and the friendships it nurtured.
5 Not-So-Simple Rules for Mending A Broken Friendship
Despite the romanticized myth of BFF, the hard truth is that most friendships don’t last forever. In fact, research suggests that when it comes to friendships, there’s a phenomenon somewhat akin to the seven-year itch; half of our friendships change over that time period. Mending a broken friendship isn’t always easy but if the friendship is valuable to you, it’s worth an earnest try
Psych 101: When A Close Friend Is Depressed
It’s depressing to be with a friend who is truly depressed. You may even get weepy yourself. Here are some tips on how to help a depressed friend.
My Daughter Feels Like An Outcast At School: What Should I Do?
The effects of bullying and being treated like an outcast can be long-lasting. A mom wonders how she can help.
Guest Post: What Do You Say To A Best Friend Who Has Cancer?
My only clue was that my best friend had started detailing eating healthier foods in our almost daily email correspondence. She called on a Wednesday evening to tell me she had breast cancer and was having a mastectomy on Friday.
A Woman Asks How To End A Very Long Friendship
There’s no easy way to end a long friendship. Although you’ve decided to set boundaries, it is unlikely that she will be able to change.
My Friend Won’t Get Vaccinated: Can I Save The Friendship?
Whether it’s a friend or a relative, most of us know someone who won’t get vaccinated. Polarizing opinions can fracture a friendship.
Friendship and Loss: When The Loved One Who Dies Is A Friend
Friendship and loss is a topic that’s not often spoken about but it can be very painful to lose a long-time friend.
Why Listening Matters: Friends Who Listen May Protect Our Cognitive Abilities
New research suggests that having someone listening to you is more than a feel-good experience; it may also be protective of brain health.
What Do You Make of a Friend Who Is Only There To Listen?
A young man finds a supportive female friend at work, who is there to listen to problems but otherwise standoffish.
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