friendship——how to maintain a friendship.ppt

* ——how to maintain a friendship Everyone needs friendship. No one can sail the ocean of life single handed .The friendship between you and your friend is the purest relationship . Whatever you meet in the road of your life ,It wont abandon you with any reason .As the saying goes ,when the whole world turn its back on you ,but the friendship dont do that . Friendship means the warm ,the trust ,the love and the care .But sometimes friendship is fragile .So it is important for us to know how to maintain a friendship . There are several important elements necessary to maintain a good friendship . Never hesitate to show your heartfelt care and kindness to your friend when he/she is in trouble. Friendship is not selfish .Giving your friend a hand and showing your approval are very important. 1.care for and help your friend When your friend fail a exam or fall out of love ,listen is a good way to comfort her/him .The ability to really listen to another is a cornerstone of good friendship. It helps you to understand your friend and his/her feelings, as well as shows that you really care. 2.Listen No relationship can be satisfying without quality time spend together. Make time for your friend, schedule get togethers . Do whatever you can to maintain the relationship .Use e-mail ,instant messaging and other electronic devices to stay in touch when you have small bits of time .And try to be there for key events in your friends life-weddings ,graduations .Your presence will make a difference 3.Be forgiving There is not even one person in the world who is perfect. You know your own shortcomings, so dont expect perfection from others. Im not saying that you should always accept a wrong doing on your friends part. Tell them when you didnt like something and be always ready to make up afterward. Dont hold grudges in your heart. It will help your friend to be long-suffering with you as well. 4.Be forgiving *