friendship
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Do You Make Friends at Work?
Loads of us make real-life friends at work, but should you? We know that there are benefits to having strong relationships in the workplace — it fosters a feeling of belonging, creates an atmosphere of collaboration, not to mention it’s great to have someone to vent to when things get tough — but we rarely…
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How to Reconnect After a Friendship Breakup
Perhaps even more so than romantic relationships, friendships are vitally important to our health and happiness. Research tells us strong friendship bonds can help us live longer, healthier, and more interesting lives. But a friendship can have all the ups and downs of a marriage: We laugh, we cry, and we break up sometimes. When…
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The Best ‘Friend Date’ Ideas That Aren’t Just Getting Drinks
Romantic dates might get all the attention, but maintaining adult friendships deserves just as much love. And with dating apps like Bumble leaning into friendship-specific offshoots, the idea of a “friend date” is becoming more and more appreciated. After all, making new friends as an adult isn’t always easy, but it’s not impossible.
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How to Deal With Your Partner’s Back-Burner Relationship
If you’re in a committed romantic relationship, your partner should be your first priority — but not your only priority. Maintaining healthy, mutually supportive friendships with people you aren’t having sex with is great for your mental and emotional health, not to mention your relationship.