Hey Positive Woman,
As you probably know, I'm a HUGE fan of empowering female friendships!
You may have noticed female friendships can go awry like any other and turn into a painful breakup. Ouch!
I wrote an article on this topic called (imagine dramatic music here)...
The entire article has a LOT more great info so I'm linking it to the button below for you. You're welcome. LOL
Enjoy your week and U.S. Memorial Day Weekend and here are your 7 friend-making tips. :)
Be fun – have a lightheartedness about you. People have enough stress and friend time (although supportive during challenges) needs to be FUN.
Be interesting – know about things other than the latest tragedy so that you can enjoy great conversations with like-minded people.
Be happy – if you feel down, do your own work first before polluting a friendship. I know, strong word, huh? There’s an article I wrote on the topic that was posted on the syndicated on YAHOO! and is on YourTango. Click the pink button below to get the link.
Be positive – remember, positive means CERTAIN, and decisive, not happy all the time because that’s unrealistic. Talk about empowering things that feel good rather than bring you down.
Be supportive – one-way friendships are draining. Be sure you are ready to BE a good friend before you expect to have a good friend. You will both need support at different times. Be sure you are “available” to a friend.
Be selective – no need to settle for mismatched friends. Keep “dating” prospective friends until you find a good fit. A wrong one is worse than none at all! (More next week on THAT.)
Be strong – as in healthy boundaries that you enforce. Know your values and stick with people who are emotionally healthy to be around.
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