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Friendship is perhaps the most undervalued treasure in life until the time comes to actually revel in its highs and lows. Relationships often hold a special place in our hearts whether it be that childhood friend with many memorable moments, or a relationship that feels older than it actually is. The people lift us, stand by us, push us to improve ourselves, and will remain with us whether we are laughing or our eyes turn to cry.
Friendship at work seems somewhat improbable, a decidedly professional environment where we’re very much on task, deadline, and the bottom line. But, friendships in the workplace can change the game, making things positive, collaborative and productive. Which is important whether you work from home, work in the office, or do some of both; who you form connections with at work can make a huge difference in how happy you are with your job and how well you feel.
Workplace friendships can lift spirits, make an individual feel good about coming into the office every day, and provide a support system during challenging projects. This can also lead to increased collaboration with hardly opened arms. Because friends can give that emotional support to survive a tough day or high-pressure environment, work feels much less like work and more like a social activity done with friends.
Though friends in the workplace can make your experience better, they also bring the difficulty of mixing private and work selves. There's a fine line between gossip, leaning too much on a friend and getting these moments into the office but respect your peers and workplace culture. Work friendships are best maintained on the grounds of respecting colleagues who can enjoy one another's company but never put more attentiveness to social needs than to workplace demands. So while professionalism is important, do not underestimate the importance of friendship in work. Essentially, a good workplace is one in which people feel bonded and cared for and driven to give their very best — and all too often these bonds start with nothing other than a friendship.
In a time when social media fills our minds up with how many friends we "should" have, it is quite easy to fall into the trap of thinking that the higher the number of friends is, the merrier. We are frequently urged to fill our social circle with as many people as we can fill a group chat, not miss any opportunity to go out or experience something new. But instead of striving to collect a diverse pool of friends, we rather worked toward fewer layers of closeness. Thus emerges the idea of fewer (or trio) friendships, a tight-knit albeit expanded ring of significant, intimate connections that might provide as much or more happiness than having dozens of acquaintances.
As far as friendships are concerned, it is better to have a few good friends instead of an awful acquaintances! We love to idealize having a massive social circle but the truth is, when you are around so many people managing this group can become exhausting, taking time, and at times overwhelming. When there are personalities, expectations and interactions to juggle, depth easily gets lost in the shuffle.
This is where the least or most three-member (trio) friendships are of vital importance. One of the types of friendships you could find is a trio relationship or only one friend. Even these types of relationships are usually the source of intimacy and mutual understanding that cannot often be given or granted through larger groups. Having fewer people is a more intimate bond, a closer trust, and a better emotional support you can rely on.
One of the best features of trio friendships is that they strike a middle ground between companionship and keeping your identity. It would more often than not be the case, in larger circle interactions, that someone could easily disappear in a rather busy background. That is how they get to form a better bond with one of the three precious ones who may come later that you value so much more. You are free to trust and depend on each other, but also to question and drive each other to grow.
Trio relationships are more likely to be free from some of the common pitfalls of larger groups, such as cliques or folks being left out. In a trio, it is more likely to reach conflicts or misunderstandings easier, as the small group dynamic encourages honesty and good communication. When there are fewer people involved, it is better to remain connected and engaged, providing that everyone has their needs met and they do not feel overloaded.
While it might seem counterintuitive in a world that often celebrates big, busy social circles, the beauty of less (or trio) friendships lies in the depth and authenticity of the connection. When you focus on quality over quantity, you end up with a circle of friends who truly know and understand you, friends who can challenge, support, and celebrate you in ways that make life richer and more meaningful.
So, whether you’ve already found your close-knit trio or are looking to cultivate one, remember: sometimes, less really is more. A small but solid group of friends can bring far more joy, comfort, and support than a hundred shallow connections ever could.
Therefore, even though friends are a vital part of our journey, it's important to remember that, ultimately, you need to have a strong relationship with yourself. While friends can offer support, companionship, and love, life’s unpredictability means that friendships can sometimes fade or change as circumstances shift. People grow, move away, or take different paths, and that’s just a part of life. The key is to recognize that your own sense of worth and happiness should not solely depend on others. Cultivating a healthy, loving relationship with yourself ensures that, no matter what life throws your way, you will always have your own back. In the end, the most consistent and enduring companionship you’ll ever have is the one with yourself.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read and connect with my thoughts today. I’m excited to continue sharing my journey with you, and I hope you found something here that resonated or sparked an idea. This blog is a space for growth, inspiration, and conversation, and I’d love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or experiences in the comments. Feel free to share if something stood out to you. Here’s to many more stories, lessons, and moments of connection ahead! See you in the next post!
It's so true that the quality of friendships is far more important than the quantity. I'm happy that you have these gems with you, miss. 🫶🏻
Thank you so much miss😍hoping that we could go along together po in a long run. I'm always open to new friends everyday.
But there are times that friends will leave you just because they don't have reasons to stay anymore.
Exactly. I really agree. That why sometimes should not give it all energy to those friends that doesn't deserve your energy. Some of them they might reason out that they feel bored in a circle or they never see you fit in their circle. Win-win situation i guess
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You really had a great with your friends🥰
Hopefully you too. Choose a friend wisely at all times.
This is so tree, having a lot can become a little toxic too. So its better to have a few but real people surrounding you.
Exactly. Hahahahaha
It is good to have genuine friends who can give us moral support and advice. 😊
Exactly.😅
My friends are in other countries and since they emigrated it is so difficult for me to cultivate new friendships, I hope I can find new ones to accompany me in this stage of my life.
Time comes you will find new ones, but never replace those friends who stayed by your side before. Even they were afar they still care for you.