I've come to realize that the length of a friendship doesn’t necessarily equal its depth. Sure, I have friends like my best friend of over 20 years, and that’s a bond I cherish deeply. We’ve grown together, shared life’s ups and downs, and I believe she’s in my life for the long run. But I’ve also learned that not every friendship needs to carry that same weight.
Some friendships have been around forever but stay on the surface—and that’s perfectly okay. Not every friend is meant to be a “lifelong partner.” Different people come into our lives for different reasons, and it’s important not to expect the same depth or commitment from everyone just because they’ve been around for a while.
In fact, some people who entered my life only recently have shown incredible support, sometimes more than those who’ve known me for years. Now, I’m learning to see each friendship as unique and to appreciate it for what it is, without forcing expectations based on time alone. I believe God places people in our lives for a purpose—some stay, others don’t. And that’s how I’ve come to find peace with the changing dynamics of friendship.
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