Who are friends? Many had them, most still have them today. Each of us knows a lot of jokes, proverbs and aphorisms about friendship that seem to explain everything. But if we analyze the content of the concept, it turns out that people mean different levels of relationships. Let's try to figure out who the friends are, as well as what happens between them.
Introduction
First, people get to know each other. They address each other by name, sometimes they talk. Such relationships are not just superficial, they are often forced or accidental. There may be common interests, they simply have not been identified, because the communication is short and spontaneous. An example is the relationship of neighbors who only greet each other when they meet at the entrance. Sometimes mutual interest is strengthened, and communication becomes longer. This means that the stage of acquaintance has ended, it has passed into the stage of friendship. Relationships don't always develop. Many people continue for many yearsjust say hello to each other.
Friendship
Relationships of friends are formed on the basis of personal sympathy and common superficial interests. These relationships are maintained through non-systematic personal meetings, the provision of minor mutual services, goodwill, and the exchange of opinions. Friendships do not have a basis in the form of joint activities to achieve significant social goals. They can not last long and are easily replaced by others, just as easy and pleasant connections. Those who are at this stage of the relationship are not interested in improving personal qualities, do not have emotional connections, although they understand their friend well and can support him situationally.
Partnership
Relationships of comrades at their core necessarily have a long joint activity, similar views on its goal and on life in general. Deep interests, a sense of responsibility for a common cause, long-term close communication and mutual assistance bring comrades closer. If one expresses critical remarks to another, then they are dictated solely by concern for a comrade, a desire to help him, are expressed in a respectful manner and are accompanied by a hint on the right way to solve a problem or correct shortcomings. The only thing this phase of a relationship lacks is a deep emotional attachment.
Who are friends?
Friends are people who have a similar worldview, close communication over a long period, support each other and understand perfectly. However, thisdoes not mean that there can be disagreements between them. Compared to camaraderie, friendship is characterized by deeper emotional attachment and trust.
Often, people who do not know who friends are, call this word comrades, friends or just acquaintances. But real friendships are not easy to build. This is only possible for emotionally mature people who are able to overcome their own egoism, understand and accept the position of their neighbor as their own. Having such a relationship helps a person to feel self-confidence.
Friends are very important people for each other. Two friends whose relationship has stood the test of time feel protected from the vicissitudes of the world around them. They do not evaluate, but appreciate, respect and provide effective support. And on the ninth of June they can rightfully celebrate the International Day of Friends.
