Astonishingly, some individuals will have hundreds, as defined by Facebook. Some may refer to people they interact in a friendly manner as their friends, or those they work with. Is being friendly suggest you are friends?
When we consider the limited time available in our complicated and overscheduled lives, it is valuable to determine not only what and who we spend time with. Of course, people are essential in our existence, but then it is not the number of people, but rather the quality.
How do we define friends, acquaintances, and colleagues? It is subjective. However, they are not the same. You define the definition and qualities. And then it is only you that you answer to. If you have a hundred good friends, how many do you have?
Do you choose to amass friends like a random collection that we place in the closet and never enjoy, or do we procure a refined collection that we put on display and enjoy daily? Of course, you may call your entire collection friends. However, you will honestly know which you want and value most.
Why diminish those that are meaningful. You like the people you work with. You enjoy the company of some. You have no idea about their lives, have never shared a meal at home together. Let’s call them what they are.
And if we find ourselves amassing new best friends by the season, we may want to ask ourselves more probing questions of values.
It’s the weekend. Call a good friend and catch up. It may be the best time spent.
