7 Things Only A True Friend Would Do
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Date: 2025-05-31
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1: 44 I have one true friend (not including my partner. He always picks up the phone when I need it. Most of the time that I really need it, I’m wanting to self harm, feeling suicidal, having a panic attack, etc. He helps distract me when I’m feeling suicidal, he helps me come down from panic attacks, and he holds me accountable for coming off my self harm addiction. Any time that I want to self harm, I call him. This is because we made a promise that neither of us would self harm on call. If I try to hang up without a thorough explanation, he calls me back. Over and over. We’ve also both just developed this sixth sense. We just know when something has happened with the other person, and then we go to call them. I have never been wrong. One time I had that feeling, but I ignored it, and he was sent to the hospital when I checked my phone. That was the last time I ever ignored that feeling. He knows absolutely everything about me. He understands me more than I understand myself. As someone with autism, having someone like that as a friend is really really important to me. I put so much effort into understanding others that I don’t have time to understand myself, but he does. If I’m self harming, feeling suicidal, or in planning and suicide, he doesn’t get law-enforcement involved or talk to my parents. He just stays on the phone with me and makes it impossible for me to hang up. We’ve made a promise to each other that we would only call our enforcement if the other person is actively about to kill themselves and law-enforcement could get there before we could. I like to call him the non-abusive older brother I never had.
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1: 44 I have one true friend (not including my partner. He always picks up the phone when I need it. Most of the time that I really need it, I’m wanting to self harm, feeling suicidal, having a panic attack, etc. He helps distract me when I’m feeling suicidal, he helps me come down from panic attacks, and he holds me accountable for coming off my self harm addiction. Any time that I want to self harm, I call him. This is because we made a promise that neither of us would self harm on call. If I try to hang up without a thorough explanation, he calls me back. Over and over. We’ve also both just developed this sixth sense. We just know when something has happened with the other person, and then we go to call them. I have never been wrong. One time I had that feeling, but I ignored it, and he was sent to the hospital when I checked my phone. That was the last time I ever ignored that feeling. He knows absolutely everything about me. He understands me more than I understand myself. As someone with autism, having someone like that as a friend is really really important to me. I put so much effort into understanding others that I don’t have time to understand myself, but he does. If I’m self harming, feeling suicidal, or in planning and suicide, he doesn’t get law-enforcement involved or talk to my parents. He just stays on the phone with me and makes it impossible for me to hang up. We’ve made a promise to each other that we would only call our enforcement if the other person is actively about to kill themselves and law-enforcement could get there before we could. I like to call him the non-abusive older brother I never had.
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idkidc2000
I never had friends who stuck around, we could be close during a certain period of time then poof, they change class and make new friends. I had some childhood friends but they also found new friends when we parted away due to high school. For a long time I thought I was the problem for getting too attached quickly when they shower me with affection. But I surprisingly became close to someone who was in my school since kindergarten, we weren't really friend or anything but one day we chatted a bit and found we had something in common, both of us were really fan of reading Webtoon and such. We started hanging out outside of school and grew closer, even after getting into high school we still find time to meet up. He even introduced to another person I see as important to me this year. I'm glad despite my communication problem and whole depression they still stuck with me and don't judge me for needing validation. I might only have 2 true friends but what matters is that they're here for me and likewise
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I never had friends who stuck around, we could be close during a certain period of time then poof, they change class and make new friends. I had some childhood friends but they also found new friends when we parted away due to high school. For a long time I thought I was the problem for getting too attached quickly when they shower me with affection. But I surprisingly became close to someone who was in my school since kindergarten, we weren't really friend or anything but one day we chatted a bit and found we had something in common, both of us were really fan of reading Webtoon and such. We started hanging out outside of school and grew closer, even after getting into high school we still find time to meet up. He even introduced to another person I see as important to me this year. I'm glad despite my communication problem and whole depression they still stuck with me and don't judge me for needing validation. I might only have 2 true friends but what matters is that they're here for me and likewise
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psych2go
I have had a true friend years ago from work. We hung out after work. What ended the friendship was he didn't like my ex girlfriend at the time because my ex liked to go clubbing. I just got tired of the arguments with him so it ended. My ex loved me to the point we talked about marriage and was in the process of trying to have a family but when she noticed my friend and i wasn't talking she got upset with me not talking. I have depression and don't open up about anything to anyone my ex understands now because she talked to some family members of mine about my past. For me its hard to make any connection with people but good thing i guess when i do it's a great one. I guess i just care to much about the people i care about and don't yake time for myself care
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I have had a true friend years ago from work. We hung out after work. What ended the friendship was he didn't like my ex girlfriend at the time because my ex liked to go clubbing. I just got tired of the arguments with him so it ended. My ex loved me to the point we talked about marriage and was in the process of trying to have a family but when she noticed my friend and i wasn't talking she got upset with me not talking. I have depression and don't open up about anything to anyone my ex understands now because she talked to some family members of mine about my past. For me its hard to make any connection with people but good thing i guess when i do it's a great one. I guess i just care to much about the people i care about and don't yake time for myself care
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CrimsonStar-26
Even though my best friend is across the world, I am still grateful for all of the times we had. Things were hard when we were in middle school, I got bullied everyday on the school bus and people would verbally and physically abuse both of us. I even sent her a text a while ago asking why she stuck with me because she was literally being bullied BECAUSE she was friends with me and she sent the most heartfelt message back that made me cry mentioning how I was sweet and showed her what true happiness is. I now send her supportive thoughts and texts whenever she’s down and we call each other every weekend no matter what. Before her, however, I did have a toxic friend, so I’m very grateful life gave me a second chance.
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Even though my best friend is across the world, I am still grateful for all of the times we had. Things were hard when we were in middle school, I got bullied everyday on the school bus and people would verbally and physically abuse both of us. I even sent her a text a while ago asking why she stuck with me because she was literally being bullied BECAUSE she was friends with me and she sent the most heartfelt message back that made me cry mentioning how I was sweet and showed her what true happiness is. I now send her supportive thoughts and texts whenever she’s down and we call each other every weekend no matter what. Before her, however, I did have a toxic friend, so I’m very grateful life gave me a second chance.
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illjustsayit7669
No. 1 unfortunately depends on the duration and the situation. For example, I had a friendship for 16 years.
4 of those always revolved around the same topic: toxic partner. At some point she started treating me the way her partner treated her. I couldn't tolerate that. I drew a line and offered to talk.
Instead, she withdrew completely and didn't speak to me again. That was the first time in four years that I stopped chasing her. Because this silent treatment was happening for the third time. So it got messy. And I'm no longer there. But I know that I was and still am a real friend to her. Because I would still listen to her.
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No. 1 unfortunately depends on the duration and the situation. For example, I had a friendship for 16 years.
4 of those always revolved around the same topic: toxic partner. At some point she started treating me the way her partner treated her. I couldn't tolerate that. I drew a line and offered to talk.
Instead, she withdrew completely and didn't speak to me again. That was the first time in four years that I stopped chasing her. Because this silent treatment was happening for the third time. So it got messy. And I'm no longer there. But I know that I was and still am a real friend to her. Because I would still listen to her.
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HenryWeston-hj7nn
I thought I had a true friend once. She was very nice to me and helped me through some tough times, we went to high school together, were neighbors, etc. A while ago, she was going through a tough time and I was trying to help her, checking in on her and telling her that I was there for her. Eventually one day she texted me and just said can you just leave me alone It really hurt me and it was the first time a friend hurt me like that. And because of this, it’s hard for me to trust people and be open to others. All I want is just one true friend, and I feel like being the autistic person I am just makes it harder
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I thought I had a true friend once. She was very nice to me and helped me through some tough times, we went to high school together, were neighbors, etc. A while ago, she was going through a tough time and I was trying to help her, checking in on her and telling her that I was there for her. Eventually one day she texted me and just said can you just leave me alone It really hurt me and it was the first time a friend hurt me like that. And because of this, it’s hard for me to trust people and be open to others. All I want is just one true friend, and I feel like being the autistic person I am just makes it harder
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Homedude24
idk what to think of myself tbh. i rlly tried practicing these traits with someone who used to be my closest friend ever until he did something awful to another friend of mine. eventually i forgave and reconciled, but being friends with that person while being friends with the one who still felt traumatized by them made me feel like i made the wrong choice ugh idk i felt so stuck and i feel like an awful friend cuz i couldnt stick with someone close to me, especially with the kind of situation it was.
i feel like i rlly dont deserve friends, but im grateful to still have the real friends i do have currently.
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idk what to think of myself tbh. i rlly tried practicing these traits with someone who used to be my closest friend ever until he did something awful to another friend of mine. eventually i forgave and reconciled, but being friends with that person while being friends with the one who still felt traumatized by them made me feel like i made the wrong choice ugh idk i felt so stuck and i feel like an awful friend cuz i couldnt stick with someone close to me, especially with the kind of situation it was.
i feel like i rlly dont deserve friends, but im grateful to still have the real friends i do have currently.
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claireglendenning1
Could I get some advice please I’m wondering if I should end a friendship.
1. She hurt me lately. I was having a bad day and needed support. She told me she had a headache. It’s not the first time.
2. When we are together, we have a nice time.
3. She never opens up emotionally although I do.
4. We have lots in common and she’s always very polite in person.
5. She’s never told me anything about her past relationships, dating history etc.
6. I can go weeks without hearing from her. I always initiate contact/plans but she always reciprocates.
Any ideas please
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Could I get some advice please I’m wondering if I should end a friendship.
1. She hurt me lately. I was having a bad day and needed support. She told me she had a headache. It’s not the first time.
2. When we are together, we have a nice time.
3. She never opens up emotionally although I do.
4. We have lots in common and she’s always very polite in person.
5. She’s never told me anything about her past relationships, dating history etc.
6. I can go weeks without hearing from her. I always initiate contact/plans but she always reciprocates.
Any ideas please
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NocturnalMissSo
Some of us are not capable of being real friends, if we are the toxic ones. So we keep trying to push them away, so that they won't keep suffering in the attachment with us.
Sometimes being a good friend means trying to let go of folks who we hurt, so they can finally heal.
If they stick around, they'll never completely heal and be stuck.
We're not trying to be cruel
We are trying to set them free.
If they are addicted to or obsessing over a toxic connection, how can they move forward
Not all friendships were meant to last.
Sometimes folks need to say goodbye to us.
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Some of us are not capable of being real friends, if we are the toxic ones. So we keep trying to push them away, so that they won't keep suffering in the attachment with us.
Sometimes being a good friend means trying to let go of folks who we hurt, so they can finally heal.
If they stick around, they'll never completely heal and be stuck.
We're not trying to be cruel
We are trying to set them free.
If they are addicted to or obsessing over a toxic connection, how can they move forward
Not all friendships were meant to last.
Sometimes folks need to say goodbye to us.
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sewen1237
3: 12 that’s so true of what you said. I do these 7 things you said very normally to anyone. Even if they did hurt me or something. I don’t like gossip so i say. I believe he/she will change for the better. And also the real friends are hard to fine yet you will find them. Maybe this person wants to find you as a very special friend to him/her. So don’t give up trying to find it there are a lot of people who want you but they still didn’t find you. I hope my message helped you in some way. And always stay hydrated. Have a wonderful day like you. Bye
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3: 12 that’s so true of what you said. I do these 7 things you said very normally to anyone. Even if they did hurt me or something. I don’t like gossip so i say. I believe he/she will change for the better. And also the real friends are hard to fine yet you will find them. Maybe this person wants to find you as a very special friend to him/her. So don’t give up trying to find it there are a lot of people who want you but they still didn’t find you. I hope my message helped you in some way. And always stay hydrated. Have a wonderful day like you. Bye
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wobblybob5029
We started out as 14 good friends when we were still at school. Now I am the last one alive, all the other have passed away, only two had natural deaths, all of the other passed in a violent way, like a vehicle accident or such. I am 50 now but making good friends at this age is almost impossible. I will just be content that I once had good and true friends, cherish the good memories and know that I have been blessed, for in todays modern world with the distance technology has brought upon us, most of us are doomed never to have one true friend.
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We started out as 14 good friends when we were still at school. Now I am the last one alive, all the other have passed away, only two had natural deaths, all of the other passed in a violent way, like a vehicle accident or such. I am 50 now but making good friends at this age is almost impossible. I will just be content that I once had good and true friends, cherish the good memories and know that I have been blessed, for in todays modern world with the distance technology has brought upon us, most of us are doomed never to have one true friend.
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SarahEve97
For my entire life, I always have friends but never have real friends. And it's okay. I'm already adult and I'm matured to not worry about that. Focus on self development, life development and so on.
I just had people who are stick with me but not real friends. They were being fake to me. People only got closer to me because they want something from me. Do their assigments, help their assigments, help their jobs and so on. I mean, I dont have any people who have those traits. I was smart so thats why I'm their target.
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For my entire life, I always have friends but never have real friends. And it's okay. I'm already adult and I'm matured to not worry about that. Focus on self development, life development and so on.
I just had people who are stick with me but not real friends. They were being fake to me. People only got closer to me because they want something from me. Do their assigments, help their assigments, help their jobs and so on. I mean, I dont have any people who have those traits. I was smart so thats why I'm their target.
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muichiroxks
I actually never realized some of my friends were. a bit fake. Like my best friend, I've been friends with her for more than a year, yet she can't even remember my birthday. She often scoffs at me when I have nothing to give, yet she also acts a bit kindly. She even wanted to stop being friends when I made friends with a new student. I sometimes question our friendship, but I still hang on. She's a bit insecure, but also secure. I know she needs a friend that wants to understand her. I love being a real friend.
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I actually never realized some of my friends were. a bit fake. Like my best friend, I've been friends with her for more than a year, yet she can't even remember my birthday. She often scoffs at me when I have nothing to give, yet she also acts a bit kindly. She even wanted to stop being friends when I made friends with a new student. I sometimes question our friendship, but I still hang on. She's a bit insecure, but also secure. I know she needs a friend that wants to understand her. I love being a real friend.
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bilbobaggins7527
This was my wife before she died in August 2023 after a 3 year battle with cancer.
I am the luckiest man in the world to have had Parkash as my friend and my wife.
I miss her every day, all day.
She was the only person to ever consider me her best friend and she had all these qualities and more.
The most beautiful, caring, loving, giving, forgiving, empathetic person I have ever known.
Although I am very thankful for our time together, I wish we had more.
Rest in peace Parkash.
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This was my wife before she died in August 2023 after a 3 year battle with cancer.
I am the luckiest man in the world to have had Parkash as my friend and my wife.
I miss her every day, all day.
She was the only person to ever consider me her best friend and she had all these qualities and more.
The most beautiful, caring, loving, giving, forgiving, empathetic person I have ever known.
Although I am very thankful for our time together, I wish we had more.
Rest in peace Parkash.
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enraged_7030
I had a true friend. We would lift each other up all the time, and we stuck together through hard times. But I made a really big mistake and a rift has formed. Although I want to talk to her again, and make up, I'm not sure if we can even be normal friends. She has told me that she will need space for a while, and I'm doing my best to respect that, but there is nothing I fear more than losing who I considered to be my first and only best friend.
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I had a true friend. We would lift each other up all the time, and we stuck together through hard times. But I made a really big mistake and a rift has formed. Although I want to talk to her again, and make up, I'm not sure if we can even be normal friends. She has told me that she will need space for a while, and I'm doing my best to respect that, but there is nothing I fear more than losing who I considered to be my first and only best friend.
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fastandcurious-n8v
A true friend accepts you the way you are but also helps you to find the way you could be in my opinion.
Real friends are the ones you can count on no matter what. The ones who go into the forest to find you and bring you home. And real friends never have to tell you that they're your friends.
Thats what I call friendship. Those people leave footprints in my heart. And they accept me-no matter when, no matter where, no matter why
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A true friend accepts you the way you are but also helps you to find the way you could be in my opinion.
Real friends are the ones you can count on no matter what. The ones who go into the forest to find you and bring you home. And real friends never have to tell you that they're your friends.
Thats what I call friendship. Those people leave footprints in my heart. And they accept me-no matter when, no matter where, no matter why
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jesuseduardo2007
I always faced my toughest days alone, and I helped my friends even when I needed help too. I then realized that this didn't make me a true friend, but rather a fool. Be mindful of who you invest your time in. Many people might pretend to be our friends just to take advantage of us, especially if they are the only ones in our lives and we don't have access to other social connections.
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I always faced my toughest days alone, and I helped my friends even when I needed help too. I then realized that this didn't make me a true friend, but rather a fool. Be mindful of who you invest your time in. Many people might pretend to be our friends just to take advantage of us, especially if they are the only ones in our lives and we don't have access to other social connections.
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justinjyeung
0: 39 - 1. They stick around even when it's messy
0: 56 - 2. They celebrate your wins without jealousy
1: 15 - 3. They listen - really listen
1: 32 - 4. They call you out with kindness
1: 49 - 5. They remember the little things
2: 06 - 6. They defend you even when you're not there
2: 27 - 7. They make you feel seen
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0: 39 - 1. They stick around even when it's messy
0: 56 - 2. They celebrate your wins without jealousy
1: 15 - 3. They listen - really listen
1: 32 - 4. They call you out with kindness
1: 49 - 5. They remember the little things
2: 06 - 6. They defend you even when you're not there
2: 27 - 7. They make you feel seen
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yulaleu
I have the most amazing best friend ever. She’s talented, humble too. Although we joke around sometimes, she’s understanding and incredibly sweet with meI do my best to reciprocate. Like most, she has her faults, but so do I! We work on ourselves together. I think that’s one of the best kinds of friendships you can have.
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I have the most amazing best friend ever. She’s talented, humble too. Although we joke around sometimes, she’s understanding and incredibly sweet with meI do my best to reciprocate. Like most, she has her faults, but so do I! We work on ourselves together. I think that’s one of the best kinds of friendships you can have.
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Watersky-t3i
I am 22 turning 23 ( 2002 ) I have always struggle a lot of making real friends since I was in elementary- high school because, in the end I always end up with fakes and I am soo sick of it now that I am almost gonna be in my mid 20s I really feel like time is running out because, of my age and how many years goes by
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I am 22 turning 23 ( 2002 ) I have always struggle a lot of making real friends since I was in elementary- high school because, in the end I always end up with fakes and I am soo sick of it now that I am almost gonna be in my mid 20s I really feel like time is running out because, of my age and how many years goes by
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