5 Hard Truths About Friendship

1. People change, they make new choice and in event move away from each other. Nobody is indispensable and most friendships do not last. Accept that some friends are temporary companions. Enjoy the good moments and let go when its time to. 

2. When you're successful, you're going to lose some of your friendships. Not everyone is capable of celebrating you at your best. Your failures and difficulties will also affect your friendships. Not everyone is capable of sitting with you through the hard times. 

3. Most friendships are based in validation and get hurt by honesty. We surround ourselves with the people who agree with us, share the same opinions, and tell us we are right. Growth lies in friendship that values honest communication over validation. 

4. Friends are not your emotional dump or punching bag. Recognise the human on the other side is a human with their own struggles and can support you but only to an extent and not at the expense of themselves. If you need a continuous support, try reaching out to a professional. 

5. Too many friendships end with "we just stopped talking", friendships need care, effort and nurturing just like any other relationship. If you don't water it, it dies.