Essentials To Be a Good Friend?

@Bbilal (1998)
March 14, 2007 2:11am CST
Almost all my friends criticize upon me that I am not a good friend. I don't know that what are their expectations I am not fulfilling, now I feel like I am nothing :( You tell me by your own, if a friend could not be able to help his/her friend he is almost useless? Aren't he? I am one of them :( I want to learn the essential things to be a good friend. Moreover, I hope all of you will participate to guide me and to cheer me :)
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• Pakistan
14 Mar 07
Well i think that the major thing between two friends is to built good understanding,mutual co-operation and trust.You should be confident whatever you are doing.The person who is putting the fingers on you should have the things himself/herself whatever he/she says to you because in my opinion first practice by yourself then preach.Now , if you have the above qaulities so you could be the most reliable,confident and trustworthy person in this entire world.
@Bbilal (1998)
14 Mar 07
True very true :) thank you for such a lovely response.
@Rozie37 (15499)
• Turkmenistan
14 Mar 07
The most important thing for any relationship is trust. That includes honesty, keeping promises, keeping a confidance(secret). Another really important thing is communication. Ask your friends why they feel you are not a good friend to them. Make sure that you are in a place to recieve, respect, and do something about whatever they say. Listening, is a big part of communication. You have to actively listen and not just wait for your chance to respond-thinking of what it is you would like to say. Friendship is also giving. Whatever it is that you like to recieve, that is what you should give and it will come back to you. If you like compliments, give sincere ones. If you like attention, give attention to the person that you want attention from. If you want a hug, give one. No one likes a person who always takes and never gives. Giving also makes you feel good about youself, because you were able to help someone out. Be patient. This is one that I am constantly working on. When I can not understand why a thing is taking so long, I get restless and annoyed. That is another good one, be understanding and kind. Show and tell people that you appreciate them.
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@Bbilal (1998)
14 Mar 07
Every one has diffrent issues with me.