5 ways to find out who your friends really are

Currently we find ourselves involved in a society full of increasingly materialistic, opportunistic and selfish people who, many times, give more value to people for what they have materially than for their human value.

We are all exposed to having false, interested and selfish friends in our circle, which can often be a stone in our way and a negative factor. Therefore, it is necessary that you detect who you can or cannot trust.

To do this, we choose for you 5 ways to discover who your friends really are , and stay away from those false friends that do not bring anything good to your life.

¿Cómo descubrir una amistad falsa?

5 ways to find out who your friends are

1. Celebrate your achievements with you

When you are surrounded by toxic people, they get jealous and envious when you are doing well. They do not find space in their hearts to be happy and celebrate your success with you. When you notice this, in any of your friends, gradually move away from her, because she is not to be trusted.

Surround yourself with people who are happy when you are. True friends will always want you to shine .

Los verdaderos amigos celebran tus triunfos

2. They support you when you have difficulties

We can all have ups and downs, and good friends don’t leave you when the going gets tough.

If you are going through a difficult time (unemployment, divorce, death of a relative, etc.), it is when your true friends contact you, ask how you are and try to help you so that you do not have to suffer alone. Ultimately, a true friend is with you through thick and thin.

Un verdadero amigo te apoya en los momentos difíciles

3. They listen to you deeply instead of talking about themselves

When people constantly talk about themselves, without giving you the opportunity to also express what you feel and think, it is not a good conversation. It’s a subtle way of telling you that your experience isn’t as important as theirs.

True friends listen deeply to each other and both engage in conversation. They also give you the space you need to feel heard and understood.

Un amigo verdadero se involucra realmente en la conversación contigo

4. They help you grow

Best friends are the ones that motivate and inspire you to continue growing as a person and professional. They worry that you keep going and don’t stagnate. They believe in you and your abilities, respect you and share your values.

This kind of reciprocity is what allows both of you to grow. Therefore, surround yourself with people who want to move on and without any selfishness.

Los verdaderos amigos crecen junto a ti

5. They don’t treat you like merchandise

Don’t let people treat you like an object. Remember that the true value is in you as a valuable and unique human being. If you feel that people value you for what you have, remove them from your life.

Fight for the friendships that enrich your life and brighten your soul, without interest.

Reference

  • Jones M. 5 Simple Ways To Discover Who Your Real Friends Are (and Who’s Just Pretending). For Inc [Revised June 2018]