There are so many reasons you need friends, and there are also reasons why having friends is more important than having a partner. Of course it's lovely to be in a relationship, but you should be wary of making finding a relationship more important than having friends. Everyone needs to have friends in their life. Here are some of the reasons you need friends more than you need a partner …
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1. Last Longer
One of the reasons you need friends more than you need to have a partner is that friendships often last much longer. Most of us have been sidelined by a friend once she got a boyfriend. The trouble with doing that is that your friends are gone when your boyfriend dumps you. So always value your friendships highly, because they're likely to still be around through various relationships.
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Friendships often run deep, surpassing the fleeting nature of romantic endeavors. They age like fine wine, strengthening with every shared experience and survived hardship. Unlike romantic relationships which may sometimes be built on the sands of passion and infatuation, friendships are the bedrock – steadfast and resilient. They see us through life's rollercoaster, offering a buffer against heartache and providing a continuum of support unaltered by romantic ripples. So remember, while partners may come and go, true friendship endures – a source of comfort, joy, and unconditional acceptance.
2. Relationship Troubles
It's a nice idea that your partner should be your best friend. Sometimes it works out that way. But who do you talk to if you're having problems with your partner? This is why you need friends more. You can talk to them about anything - including relationship problems.
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Having a tight-knit circle of friends offers a safe space where you can openly express your feelings and seek advice. Sometimes an outside perspective is exactly what you need to see your relationship troubles in a clearer light. Friends can provide emotional support, comfort, and practical advice based on their own experiences. They help you feel less isolated, reminding you that you're not alone in facing such challenges. Plus, relying solely on your partner for emotional sustenance can place undue stress on the relationship, whereas having supportive friends can create a healthy balance in your emotional life.
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3. Less Complicated
Friendships are much simpler than relationships. It's simple - your friends like you. There's less riding on a friendship; with a relationship, you have to fit in to each other's lives and make compromises. It's much harder to build and maintain. Friendships are much less stressful.
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Friendships often feel like a safe haven, where you can be entirely yourself without the constant pressure to impress or meet certain expectations. In a friendship, the stakes aren't as high as they are in romantic partnerships. You can disagree and have individual lives without worrying too much about the potential fallout. Friends are there to support you and share your joys and sorrows, but they don't demand the emotional and time investment that a romantic partner might. This simplicity contributes to a lighter, more freewheeling kind of bond — one that enriches life without complicating it.
4. Impartial
Friends are often much more impartial than a partner. You wouldn't be friends with people who judge you. You can talk to them about pretty much anything and they won't be shocked. They've seen you at your worst and love you regardless. In a relationship you're on your best behavior, and trying to impress your partner.
5. You Need Friends
You can cope just fine without a partner, or should be able to. But what would your life be like without friends? A partner should be a bonus, something that enhances your life rather than an absolute essential. If you need a partner to function, then you risk being too needy and clinging. But we need friends to laugh with and to support us in tough times.
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It is undeniable that friends play a crucial role in our lives. They are like the emotional scaffolding that help us build and rebuild ourselves. Whether it's someone to vent with over coffee after a long day at work, or a shoulder to cry on when life throws us curveballs, friends are there through the peaks and the valleys. They remind us that life is not just about romantic love, but also about camaraderie, sharing joys, and overcoming sorrows together. And unlike romantic relationships, friendships are not bound by the same societal expectations, leaving us free to be our true, unguarded selves.
6. More Relaxing
Being around your friends can be more relaxing than being with a partner. Somehow it's easier to 'be yourself' with your friends. It's also much less demanding emotionally to spend time with your friends. Being with friends can be a useful antidote to the intensity of a relationship.
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Friends create a unique support system that celebrates your quirks and understands your history, often making it easier to let go of stress. With them, you can laugh freely and share secrets without the fear of judgment or the need to maintain a facade. This sense of ease allows you to unwind completely, embracing the comfort that comes from long-standing camaraderie. When life's pressures mount, this relaxation can be a balm for the soul, reinvigorating you with an energy that often gets depleted in the daily rigors of romance.
7. Always There for You
Finally, one of the reasons why friends are so vitally important is that they will always be there for you, whatever happens. Friends always have your back, and will defend you come what may. Can you be certain that a partner will do that for you? Friends are with you through romantic disasters, family problems and work woes. And you know just who your true friends are.
Of course, it's not an either/or situation - you can have both a partner and friends. But although you can have friends and no partner, you should never let a partner deprive you of your friends, directly or indirectly. They can both play a very important part in your life. Would you rather have friends than a partner?
Comments
Bill: #1 Marry your friend then
wendy: You don't need friends*
soup: girl friendzone me!!!
wendy: You don't need to live your partner can be your best friend for once this article is ridiculous
Nat: Know the feeling KaReN. There are a few friends that have stuck by me but I know my partner will be there for good through the good and the bad and I wouldn't change him for the world :)
Bill: I feel like everything on Google regarding topics such as this, it always puts the man in a less than appealing light. Ladies, if this is how you feel, then by all means Man hate and hold onto those friends. I am sure they will stick it out with you. Through it all. I for one am in a marriage where I believe my wife values her friends way more then with me. Not a great feeling once you've come to that realization. Now I feel like I need more friends to spend time with to even things out. Watch how fast her "need" for her pals wanes when she can't track me when I am out.
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