8 TYPES OF FRIENDS YOU SHOULD HAVE IN YOUR LIFE

A completely consequential part of our social cycle which we can’t ignore are the people we call friends. The definition of a friend to me is one that I can’t straighten out because basically, people could turn out to be amazing in different ways and the kind of “vibe” we have with one person could sometimes define the relationship. That’s why I came out with a list of eight types of friends we ought to have as part of our social cycle.

1. The Comedians: laughing is a really good medicine and trust me, your life would be a very sad one if you don’t have a comedian in your social circle. Someone to make you laugh or someone you can share a joke with. Perhaps, you are a funny person so why not step into someone’s life and brighten it up with smiles and laughter; it won’t kill.

2. The Bookworms/” Sharks”: Of course, one crucial aspect of a person’s life, especially a student, is schooling and it would be dumb to spend many a year of your academic life having fun and neglecting your purpose for schooling in the first place. Why don’t you add a “shark” to your social circle? I’m very sure they’ll help to carry you through.

3. The Motivators: Yes indeed! This is one of my personal favorites; having that someone to always fuel you with positivism, reminding you of your aim and pushing you forward. These kind of people are willing to hold your hand and grow with you just as you would also do same for them. if you rather have a distraction in your life, please! Get rid of him/her!!

4. The Parents: At some level of your education, you no longer get to live with your parents or see their faces daily and for that reason, you’re left on your own. In such cases, you can have a “school parent” or a “work parent”. Not necessarily your age mate but someone who is a bit older than you, more experienced, knows his or her way around, gives good advice and checks you. However, if you feel you can handle yourself, then there’s no need to have such a person in your life.

5. The Adventurous: To be honest, I am kind of a boring person so believe me when I say this – you need an adventurous person in your social circle. Don’t get me wrong though. I’m not talking of the wild and crazy kind of adventure that usually leads to no good rather, the “Dora-The-Explorer” kind of adventurous. I have friends that like to travel and explore places, meet new people, try new things and chase after opportunities or yet still, create them and I think you should too. At least, if you can’t go on their adventures, share in them.

6. The Disciple of Christ: This should probably have been first on my list. I always admire people that carry the word of Christ with them everywhere and I’m glad to have such kinds in my life. I personally take cue from my family but I’ve also fallen in love with my friends that know how to dabble their toes in the Christian life while trying to keep it real in the actual social world. They aren’t a 100 percent righteous but they sure do have this kind of celebrating and having a fun-filled life while Jesus got their back.

7. The F.O.Es: This is something new I’ve spotted – Friends Of Excitement (F.O.E). Do you have those kind of friends that are full of life and there’s never a dull moment with them? those kind of friends you vibe with so deeply that insulting (not using biting words…just casually mild insults) each other is an anthem you’re both patriotic to and it doesn’t hurt the other or kill the vibe? Those kind of friends that can breathe life and joy and fun into a room of dullness? well, you should if you don’t, because I have and I’m not regretting it one bit.

8. The www.: I do remember using this term in an old post of mine (12 Types of Annoying People) but in this case, I’ll introduce it differently. These kind of people are not really gossips. They serve you with the latest gist of things happening around. (think of it as having them as your “social radios and televisions”) they bring in or let you know the new terms in the social market, the trending styles, latest dance moves, “Parping” Joints (be it food joint or whatever) and so on.

Till this day, I’ve paid serious attention to the words of Confucius which says:

“Have no friends not equal to yourself”. Trust me, there’s no lie in that. As a way of growing, I always make sure to have someone in my life who is at least a step knowledgeable than I am so that I can learn from that person and it really helps. I’m very blessed to have had all eight types of friends in my life.

Having at least one these types of friends in your life, all these types in different persons in your life or all in one, would really help to define your grounds, socially. And know that distance can never separate you guys no matter how far or how long you’ve seen each other so long as the vibe is still alive.

Perhaps, there’s more you can add. why not share with me here so that others can learn? Go ahead and feel free!