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Friends as investments.
T, how could you be so shallow?
Sometimes, it’s easier to be alone than to be surrounded by people who drain you emotionally or make you feel worse about yourself.
I’m not talking about casual friendships or acquaintances here.
I’m talking about the deep, meaningful connections we all want.
The friendships that lift you, challenge you, and make life better.
Unfortunately, not every relationship does this.
Sometimes, staying in the wrong friendships can be more harmful than being alone.
In our society, we’re often told that having more friends means being successful, likable, or well-adjusted.
But what’s the point of having many friends if they make you feel bad about yourself or more isolated than when you’re alone?
There’s a fine line between being alone and being lonely.
To me, being alone can be peaceful, but being lonely in a group of people is one of the worst feelings imaginable.
When I think about what I want in my friendships, I realize I need more than just someone to pass the time with.
I want friends who challenge me, and who make me a better person, not by tearing me down but by encouraging me, inspiring me, and…
