8 Kinds Of Friends All Of Us Need In Our Life

I grew up reading about best friends in novels and watching them on TV no matter what crazy events happened, they would always have each other’s backs, and no fight was ever too big to be resolved.

As a result, I found that I expected a lot from every single one of my friendships – I’d want each of my friends to be there for me all the time, to want to do things with me no matter what, and to invest as much as possible into our friendship.

Unsurprisingly, a lot of these friendships either ended or changed significantly as we grew and changed.

I think that what we see in TV and the media, these portrayals of ‘kindred spirits’ and ‘best friends forever’ can be harmful to real life friendships.

After all, real people don’t have script-writers working to give us the right things to say all the time, and real life doesn’t have the implicit guarantee that things will work out by the end of the show.

# The friend who always asks the right questions

This friend knows what you believe in – they know what you stand for. When you’re talking to them about a decision you need to make, or a dream that you’re trying to follow, they know exactly what to ask you.

Their questions help you think about how you are going to follow through on your dreams, and may make you reevaluate where your priorities are. This friend is full of wisdom, and you know that they only have your best interests in mind. She is the perfect person to go to when you are struggling with a big question or a big dream, and your conversations have been known to go for hours without getting stale.

# The friend who doesn’t ask any questions

There are times when you don’t want to explain what you are doing or why you’re doing it to anyone, much less someone who might try and stop you. This friend is always up for a crazy adventure or a wild night out, and you know that he won’t think twice about any of the choices you are making.

The two of you have some of the craziest memories – and sure, in hindsight, maybe they weren’t the smartest ideas. But they sure were fun, and the memories are worth it!

# The friend who is always up for an adventure

Whether it’s a road trip across the country or a trip to the grocery store, this friend has the ability to make anything an adventure. She always has a new plan for something fun to do, and refuses to be bored by even the most mundane of tasks.

Some of your favorite memories in your friendship involve driving off into the sunset without being entirely sure of where you are going, or driving an extra fifteen minutes out of your way just to stick your toes into the water at a nearby beach.

# The friend who just wants to hang out

Adventures may be fun, but some days were just made for Netflix and homemade cookies. This friend thinks that a perfect day is just hanging out – maybe as the two of you, maybe as a group – and talking, watching a movie, or playing video games.

It doesn’t matter to them what you do, as long as you’re doing it together. This friend is the best to have around for lazy afternoons or cold winter nights – you don’t have to put any effort into how you look or dress, but you are guaranteed a fun time full of inside jokes and comfort food.

# The friend who knows you better than anyone else

This kind of friendship is truly precious. The two of you have known each other for years and years, and it has gotten to the point where when you go to tell a story, your friend fills in all the details you’ve missed!

You have your favorite routines and topics of discussion, and they are the person you text throughout the day *just to keep them up-to-date*. Sometimes, they remember things about you that you’ve forgotten and vice-versa. Instead of your friendship feeling boring, it feels comfortable – the old memories you share make the new ones you’re making even richer.

# The friend you’ve just met

There is nothing better than a new friendship – while it can be tricky getting to know new people, it’s also so much fun when you immediately click with someone like a jigsaw puzzle! All of your stories are new, and getting to know them introduces you to a whole new world – maybe you now go to her yoga class, or tried a new tv show or book because of his recommendation.
New inside jokes are made faster than you can keep track of them, and you can’t wait to introduce each other to your other friends.

# The friend with all the stories

This friend leads a crazy life – or so she makes you think! Everything that happens to her is a new chance for a story – sure, sometimes you suspect they might not be entirely truthful, but they are hilarious! She is full of punch-lines and sometimes interrupts one story she’s telling because she’s just thought of another!

It can be hard to get a word in edge-wise, but often you don’t want to so that you don’t miss what she is about to say next! There’s no better companion for a shopping trip or dinner out even dull activities like grocery shopping are better when you have someone telling you all the latest gossip as you walk the aisles.

# The friend who’s content to listen

Sometimes you need nothing else besides a listening ear. Whether you’ve just been dumped, just received a promotion, or found out something scandalous about a mutual acquaintance, this friend is always ready to listen.

He lets you rant until you’ve exhausted yourself before even thinking to raise a question. This friend is always there for you, and you know that they will have your back even if they don’t completely agree with your interpretation of the situation. Sometimes you need someone who will just listen and not judge you *even in your worst moments*, and this person is always who you go to for that.