Friendship is a valuable gift, but good friends are often hard to find. Building friendships is a lifelong, but worthwhile job.

    A few points for making new friends：

    Take part in classes, clubs, or volunteer organizations. These activities will bring you into contact with people who have c interests.

    Make yourself available. If you want to make friends, you first need to put yourself out there somehow in order to meet people. If you just sit alone, friends might come to you – but that's not likely. If you're still in school, sit somewhere with other people. It doesn't have to be a crowded table, but one with at least two other people. Remember, friends scome knocking on your door while you sit at home playing on your laptop.

Keeping friends

    Whether friendships are old or new, you should give enough care to them if you want then to l Even though it's sometimes hard to spend time together, it's important to keep in touch. Be understanding when plans change. If you find yourselves fighting, try to look at things from the other person's point of view.

    Some tips for keeping friends：

    Be a good listener. Take the time to really hear what they're saying, and offer a only if they ask for it.

    Respect the other person's opinion, even when you don't a

    Keep secrets safe. If your friend tells you something p don't share it with other people.

    They need to know that they can trust you with their secrets.

    Show interest in your friend's life. If your friend is involved in an activity that they care about, show your support and interest. Offer to go to their e For example, if your friend plays a sport or is acting in a play, go to a game or performance to cheer them on.