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The meaning of friendship

Like many words, friendship is difficult to define in absolute terms, however, I do believe that there are some necessary components to a friendship which are nearly universal. In my opinion, here are some of those very components (with rare exceptions of course):

- Friends try to life one another up, not tear each other down

- Friends will be there to listen or give advice when needed, but not lecture whenever they feel like

- Friends will give out of the kindness of their own hearts, not for something in return

- Friends will make you feel like time with you is precious, not a burden

- Friends will look out for your best interests, not how these interests will affect them

- Friends will attempt to learn and be aware of your sensitivities, not try to learn them for the simple purpose of poking at them during future debates/arguments

- Friends will show a consistent interest in you and your life, not just during the times when they need help

- Friends will be forgiving, not hold a grudge for a long period of time

- Friends will be open to your new life ventures, not judge you

- Friends will accept you flaws and all, not try to mold you into their ideal vision of you
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