Monday, February 14, 2011

How To Patch Up Things To Maintain Friendship

By Kimberly C. Caple


Everyday, we experience different kinds of conflicts. There are conflicts of interests while others have conflicts on a personal level. But the worse kind of conflict is when it involves the people we actually care about. Make a swift move and save your friendship before it ceases to exist.

Apologies are meant to rekindle your friendship. Make use of the word sorry to your friend and solidify your status as true friends. Admit that you have hurt the emotions of your friend and you are willing to make friends with him again.

Talk to your friend about what happened. Take your time to discuss what just happened and what are the reasons behind the animosity between the two of you. Both of you have been friends for too long and that you already know each other's behavior when it comes down to this.

And while you are doing that, make sure that you are listening to what the other person is saying. Give your friend a chance to say his piece and weigh in on what really happened.

Think first then speak what you need to speak. There should be a screening process to what you are going to say to your friend when both of you are locked in a conversation. Always screen what you have to say to avoid hurting your friend again.

After a big comeback with your friend, it is never easy to do the things that both of you enjoyed. There might be some awkward moments between the two of you so it is better that you take it slow but steady.

Provide enough space and give enough time for your friend to ponder on the things that both of you have been doing. This will also give you enough time to really think and weigh your friendship.

Your friend is like your partner in life, so make sure you treat them as such. When a friend leaves, a part of you goes missing and it is a sad feeling. No one likes to leave a friend behind and with these tips, you are surely going to solidify your relationship with your friends. Get going on these tips right away to keep your friends together.




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