Best Traits of a Genuine Friendship and how to identify one

We’ve all had friends come in and out of our lives, but what separates good friends from great ones? And how can you tell when someone is fake? Friendships are built on trust and mutual respect, so it’s important to be able to identify the traits of a really good friendship. Here are some things to look for: 

1. They’re always there for you, no matter what. Good friends are reliable and will be there for you in both the good times and the bad. They’re the ones you can rely on when you need a shoulder to cry on or just someone to vent to. 

2. They make time for you. A good friend will always make time for you, even if they’re really busy. If they’re always too busy to meet up or always cancel plans at the last minute, they might not be a good friend. 

3. They accept you for who you are. Real friends will accept you for who you are, even if you have your quirks. They won’t try to change you or make you into someone you’re not. 

4. They give honest feedback (even if it’s hard to hear). This one can be a little tricky because sometimes honest feedback can hurt. But if your friend is constantly telling you things that make you feel bad about yourself, they might not have your best interests at heart. A good friend will tell it like it is, even if it isn’t what you want to hear. 

5. They forgive your mistakes (and expect you to do the same for them). Everyone makes mistakes, and a good friend will be able to forgive yours just as easily as you forgive theirs. After all, that’s what friendship is all about – being there for each other through thick and thin. 

Identifying a Fake Friend 

Now that we know some of the qualities of a really good friendship, let’s take a look at how we can spot a fake friend: 

1. They only talk to you when they need something from you. Fake friends will only reach out to you when they need something from such as money, favors, or help with their problems. If they only ever talk when they need something, they’re probably not real friends. 

2. They only spend time with others when it benefits them. Fake friends will only spend time with people who can benefit them in some way. This could be because of their looks, money, popularity, or connections. If someone only wants to be around because of what can do for them, chances are they’re not your friend.

 3. They never have anything nice to say about other people. Gossiping is one surefire way to spot a fake friend. If someone is always talking behind other people’s backs and never has anything nice to say, they’re probably not worth your time.

4. They ditch whenever things get tough. When things get tough, fake friends will ditch without hesitation. Whether it’s during difficult times or just everyday problems, these kinds of people don’t stick around when things get tough.  

5. They don‘t keep their promises. Fake friends often make promises they never intend on keeping. If someone does ‘ t follow through on their promises or always has an excuse why they could ‘ t do what said they would, chances are they are ‘ t really your friend  

6. They compete with others instead of supporting  True friends and want to see others succeed while fake friends only care about themselves.  

7. They put their own interests ahead of yours true friends will always consider interests before their own but fake friends will often do things that only benefit themselves  

8. They revealed private information without permission   Fake friends will have no problem violating trust by revealing private information without permission.  

9. THEY ARE TOXIC AND DRAINS THE POSITIVITY OUT OF YOU any person who immediately drains the positivity out of every conversation is extremely toxic and definitely not worth your time.

PART 2 : The Different Types of Friendships We All Experience in Life

Friendship is a complicated concept. It can be difficult to figure out what we want and need from our friends, and it's not always easy to tell the difference between a good friend and a fake friend. There are many different types of friendships, and each one comes with its own set of challenges. Here are some of the different types of friendships we all experience in life:

The Acquaintance: The acquaintance is someone you know, but you don't really know them. You might see them around town or at work, but you don't really have a relationship with them. These are the people you say hello to but don't really stop to chat with. They're not bad people, but you don't have a lot in common with them either. 

The Casual Friend: The casual friend is someone you see on a regular basis, but your relationship is purely platonic. You might go out to lunch together or grab coffee occasionally, but there's nothing romantic or emotional between you. These friendships are often the easiest to maintain because there are no complicated feelings involved. 

The Close Friend: A close friend is someone you feel close to and can confide in. These friends are usually people you've known for a long time, and they're the ones you call when you need to talk or need help with something. These friendships often require more effort than casual friendships, but they're also generally more rewarding. 

The Best Friend: The best friend is someone you consider your closest confidante. This person knows everything about you—your hopes, your dreams, your fears—and they love and accept you anyway. These relationships are built on trust and mutual respect, and they're usually the most fulfilling relationships we have in our lives. 

The Fake Friend: The fake friend is someone who pretends to be your friend but only has ulterior motives. They might use you for your money or connections, or they might try to take advantage of you emotionally. These relationships can be difficult to spot, but it's important to be aware of them so that you can protect yourself from being used or hurt by someone who doesn't have your best interests at heart. 

Friendships are an important part of life, but they can also be complicated. It's important to be aware of the different types of friendships so that you can figure out what you want and need from your friends—and so that you can identify any fake friends who might try to take advantage of you.

And now that we know some of the qualities of true friendship as well as how to identify fake friendships, we can be more mindful next time enter into new relationships – both romantic and platonic. It‘s important to surround ourselves with positive people who genuinely care about us and want to see us succeed in life. These people lift us instead of bringing us down, celebrate accomplishments with us instead of envying them, and are always honest with us – even when it hurts. These are true signs of friendship worth having so keep an eye out next time to make new friends!  If notice any of these red flags in current friendships, don't be afraid to address them directly or end the relationship altogether if necessary. Your well-being should always be a top priority!