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Friends for every
season Friends are cushions in life’s journey. Here’s a look at the different types of friends you can turn to, in need and deed!
The Counsellor: Wondering how to deal with a philandering boyfriend or tackling a clingy girlfriend? This friend will calmly guide you through the most difficult situations and make it seem like a cakewalk. Without sounding preachy, they are a shoulder you can cry on and end a conversation with a better sense of direction. Why they are indispensible: A lot of friends understand your problems, but few have the clarity regarding how to deal with the mess. Having this friend around is a good way to put things in perspective. The Fashionista: Always perfectly turned out in the latest trends, this friend offers ample cues to what your next shopping agenda should be. They will gladly help you out with your clothes and accessories but for anything beyond that, they just aren’t interested. Why they are indispensible: Face it, not all of us can tell apart a Peter Pan collar that is dressy from one that looks like a kids’ nightdress. When in style doubt, call this friend to check fashion sense. The Cry-baby: All of us are initially taken in by this friend as one who is in dire need of help but with time we realise that seasons come and go but their problems are there to stay. There are times when they leave you feeling drained and they are mindless of anyone else’ problems. Why they are indispensible: They keep your feet firmly on the ground and strengthen your resolve to be in crisis mode only when there is a true situation. Also, they make you feel blessed as you start counting your blessings. The Always Ready: Whether it’s a midnight soiree or an impromptu trip to a tattoo parlour, this friend is one you can count on to be by your side at the shortest notice. Not because they have nothing better to do but because they manage their hours pretty well. Why they are indispensible: They are so dependable that you gladly overlook their annoying traits. They inspire you to be more organised in your own life to make time for spur-of- the moment programmes, without being overwhelmed by social engagements. The Blessed: Always chirpy and sometimes irritatingly so; this friend has everything going for them. Their happy-go-lucky, positive outlook is a refreshing change from those who seem to be whining about everything. The perfect spouse, the best kids and a wonderful lifestyle. She has problems aplenty but chooses not to let them bog her down. Why they are indispensible: They are a positive influence on your life and make you see happy things in your lacklustre life. When you are sad about something, pay them a visit to instantly brighten-up. The Techno-geek: Forever on the lookout for the newest gadgets in the market and very well versed with the workings of most. They are your turn-to people when in any techno-fix. They readily rattle off gizmo-lingo that is but Greek and Latin to the rest. Why they are indispensible Who do you turn to when you want to download songs into your mobile or fix an app that crashes? You cannot do without them in an age when technology is so invasive. The Clingers: Forever needy, they are best kept at an arm’s length. They always ask you to lend a dress or accompany you for a get-together whether or not they are invited. It is their other qualities that make you overlook their cringe-worthy antics. Why they are indispensible: They are not the kind of friend you would want to be with all the time, but are there when no one else wants to go, say to a dentist where the waiting line is a torture.
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They
are the family that you choose. Among the different friends you have
will be those who become inseparable and you retain for their
endearing qualities.