“25 Jaw-Dropping Secrets Friends Uncovered About Each Other Years Later – You Won’t Believe #7!”
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When it comes to how long it takes for a friendship to form, Rebekah says, “There are multiple factors that affect how long it takes to build a friendship. These include meaningful time spent together, level of alignment on values and interests, and opportunities for emotional intimacy and vulnerability. Some people connect instantly, and other friendships develop more slowly over time, as more of the personality of each person is revealed.”
#3
I my 70s. My best friend of 40 years and I were talking, she was very fond of my mother, who has been dead for many years. She said something about how much I must miss her….
I didn’t say anything. She pushed.
I finally said, I never say this to people who liked her, but she was extremely abusive, and I was greatly relieved when she died. She once threatened to cut my cat’s throat.
There was a long pause.
She said, mine was too.
All those years and we never shared that.
That was quite a talk.
It’s amazing the things you hide. .
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Rachel Friendly, PhD, was also kind enough to weigh in on the topic. Dr. Rachel W. Friendly is a queer- and gender-affirming therapist offering inclusive, culturally-responsive therapy. She works with young adults, the young at heart, and anyone seeking personal exploration and growth.
When it comes to making friends, Dr. Friendly says, “Different friendships have different trajectories. Some are slow and simmering, and then sometimes, you meet someone and you just know they are your people and you get to know them really quickly. Neither is necessarily better than the other, assuming both are built on respect, trust, and equity.”
