
The tiny print reads:
“What is a friend? A single soul dwelling in two bodies.”
*Aristotle
It isn’t difficult to figure out who is and who isn’t a friend. Many acquaintances have their own agendas although one has to look long and hard for the agenda, oftentimes. Those are the ones who are a dime a dozen. I’ve met many. I’ll bet that you have too. A real friendship isn’t about gaining political acquisition in order to “look good” within any clique albeit idealistic, realistic or simply off the proverbial hook. Identify and accept passing acquaintances for who and what they represent then be done with it. Get on with life and move onward, upward, and forward. There are many people around who are socially healthy, sincere, and possess personal integrity. Look for them. They’re the ones who “walk their talk.”
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Originally posted 2008-04-07 12:49:00. Republished by Blog Post Promoter