Friendship.

Okay so, to start with; What is FRIENDSHIP?

Friendship is basically a relationship between friends.

Now, who is a friend?

A friend is someone who you know well and like, someone who has almost the interest as yourself.

However, there are different types of friends. Why? Because people have different personalities.

I'll emphasize on 9 types of friends we're bound to come across.

1. A FIRST FRIEND: This is someone you've known for a very long time. You came across him/her when you were still learning how to make friends. You've had so many 'firsts' with them. Sometimes, a first friend is a forever friend. Sometimes, they're not. But one thing's certain; they'll always remain in your heart.

2. A FAIRWEATHER FRIEND: This is a friend who's with you just for the good stuff. They perform activities with you only when it's pleasant for them. There's nothing wrong in having a fairweather friend around, as long as you both are on the same page. Do not give more than you're getting, to avoid disappointments.

3. A FAKE FRIEND: This is definitely self-explanatory. A fake friend is someone who you refer to as a friend but in reality, they're not. You probably don't even trust them and they never show up for you. They're with you because of whatsoever it is they're gaining from you, not because they love you. At one point or the other, we come across fake friends. Try to be observant.

4. A FUN FRIEND: This is someone who's probably even an acquaintance. They invite you to various fun events and they always have one activity or the other going on. Having a fun friend or two is dope and sometimes advisable. But sometimes, the friendship becomes unadvisable if the 'fun' goes to an unhealthy place; a place below your standards. If it ever gets to that point, I believe you know what to do.

5. A FIERCE FRIEND: A fierce friend is one who'll always have your back, come what may. They're always there to put you back on track when you're slacking. They defend you fiercely but they also make sure you confront issues you face. They are the ones you confide in wholeheartedly because they sometimes serve as a compass in your life. A fierce friend is a great and important person to have in your life, but make sure you reciprocate the energy when you can. "Even the strong ones need a shoulder to lean on".

6. A FRIEND FOR THE SEASON: This is someone who you know isn't going to be around for a long period of time because something brought you together. Could be a contract, or something else. Enjoy the time you have with them. And if you don't like the idea of having to lose the person sooner or later, then maybe you can put in more work to make the friendship last. However, try not to displease yourself in the process.

7. A FICKLE FRIEND: The word "Fickle" means to change often and suddenly. With a fickle friend, it feels like one day you're best of friends and the next, they've distance themselves from you. One minute, they love you and the next, they're being really cold towards you. Sometimes, they're that way because they're just not in a place where they can meet the level of the friendship you seek. And sometimes, you find it hard to keep up with such people. But always remember that some problems can be fixed through open communication.

8. A FAMILIAR FRIEND: A familiar friend is someone who used to be close to you at a point but at the moment, you both aren't close anymore however.. they're still in your life. You both still talk and hang out sometimes but it's just because you're used to each other and not because the friendship is adding anything to either of your lives. It's okay to have a familiar face around as long as he/she isn't holding you back. Sometimes, we decide to still hold on to certain people despite knowing that it's time to let go. That's understandable, letting go is painful. But you'll be fine, you've got this.

9. A FOREVER FRIEND: A forever friendship is that "ride or die" type of friendship lol. You just know they'll always be around. There's no trick about it, it's just the unbreakable bond you have. You've been through so much together; the good, the bad but the bond remains strong. And you just know it'll remain that way. When you know, you know right? Your friendship isn't perfect, it's real. But, just cause you know someone will be with you forever doesn't mean the relationship doesn't need work. Even forever bonds needs maintenance.

CONCLUSION:

We all have friends or have had friends who fall into more than one category. It's normal. Be conscious of your relationship with different people. Be observant of the people in your life and distribute your energy accordingly. Most importantly, pay attention to your actions and ask yourself "What type of friend am I?" Don't just seek for better people, also be the better person.