They say the best things in life are free.
When it comes to friendship, that sentiment couldn’t be truer. This Sunday, celebrate your besties in honor of National Friendship Day.
Throughout life’s ups and downs, friends are always by our sides. Whether they’re cheering us on, giving advice or lending their shoulders to cry on, friends play an incredible role in our lives. Essentially, they’re the family that we’ve chosen for one reason or another. Maybe you went to elementary school together or bonded over the fact that you both love the movie “Brown Sugar” or started chatting in the playground while your kids played hopscotch, no matter how friendships blossom, it’s a beautiful thing when they do.
I’ve been blessed with many friendships throughout the years. Sure, some have fizzled while others have flourished, but I’m grateful for them all. I believe we learn a little bit about ourselves by the friends we choose. Perhaps a friend brings out your humorous side while another encourages you to explore the world — good friendships have a positive impact on our well-being. Like rare gems, no two friendships are the same. Each person adds something different to our lives and that’s what makes them special.
The Joy of Friendship by Jackie Corley available here, $12.
Collecting books on friendship has been a hobby of mine for more than a decade. No matter how many books I read, I’m always intrigued and fascinated by the intricacies that result in two people clicking and connecting socially. I’ve recently added, “The Joy of Friendship,” a new release from Jackie Corley to my growing collection. The book features 200 inspiring and uplifting quotes about you guessed it, friendship. From Aristotle to Muhammad Ali, the book is chock full of funny, thought-provoking and delightful quotes about the beauty of friendship.
Genuine friendship is a precious, two-way street relationship that should never be taken for granted. I’m grateful for my friendships and I’m proud to be a friend.
Here are 5 of my favorite quotes from the book:
*”The pieces I am, she gather them and gave them back to me in all the right order.” —Toni Morrison
*”Honesty and openness is always the foundation of insightful dialogue.” —bell hooks
*”It’s the friends you can call up at 4 a.m. that matter.” —Marlene Dietrich
*”The best time to make friends is before you need them.” —Ethel Barrymore
*”Friendship is the hardest thing in the world to explain It’s not something you learn in school. But if you haven’t learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven’t learned anything.” —Muhammad Ali
What’s the most thoughtful thing your friend(s) have ever done for you?
Thank you for pointing how lucky is to have friendship.