Friendships: The Tango Takes Two

Hi everyone, and welcome back to Teen Talk Unfiltered.

Abi here, and let's dive straight into the core of friendships. Trust, the not so secret way to keep friendships growing and strong. But here's the deal – trust is a two-way street, my friends. Let's take a look at why expecting trust without giving it is like asking for a solo dance in a duo.

Trust: The Currency of Connections

Trust isn't a one-sided deal. It's not just about expecting someone to trust you fully while keeping your trust locked away in a vault. To build friendships and become closer, you have to both trust your friend, and have them trust you. You can't just expect them to trust you when you don't even trust them.

Past Pains vs. Present Bonds

Now, if you're hesitant to trust because of past pain, that's valid. We've all been there. But here's the twist – if you're holding back because of past scars, it's totally different. Friendships can't thrive if we're stuck in the shadows of old wounds. It's about acknowledging the hurt and letting the present paint a better future. Sometimes the best thing to do is to just get over the pain that you're holding onto and make way for new experiences and friendships, without your scars getting in the way.

Investment Rules of Friendship

The real secret to strong friendships is this: friendships are a mutual investment. You can't expect someone to go all-in if you're only playing with half a deck. If you're not prepared to trust and invest fully in someone, it's unrealistic to expect them to do the same.

It's like planting seeds and hoping for a garden without watering them. You can't expect those seeds to just push through the dry hard ground on their own; they might be able to push through for a while, but after a while they will just give up. I mean it's not worth putting that much effort in if you know your friend won't do the same for you.

Convo 101: It Takes Two to Dance

Let's talk about conversations – the heartbeat of every connection. Friendships are a tag team, not a solo act. If you're not actively engaging, contributing, and holding your end of the conversation, you're basically leaving your friend on a one-person dance floor. You can't give your friend nothing to work with, and yet expect them to carry the conversation 24/7. It's about taking turns leading, sharing stories, and creating a rhythm that feels right for both. Remember that good communication is totally worth the effort in the end.

Invest, Participate, Repeat

Invest, participate, and loop it back. In the grand scheme of friendship, it's as simple as this – commit, involve yourself, and keep the cycle going. Trust grows with care, and conversations thrive when both sides contribute.

So, dear friends, let's ditch the solo dancing, and welcome the delightful rhythm of the tango together.

Don't forget, friendships are all about connection between two people - you can't hold a friendship by yourself, and the greater your commitment, the more vibrant and fun the rewards will be.

Here's to joyful dancing, and strong friendships my friends! 🌟💃🕺