Lessons your friends taught you

[Fluttershy's Squid 46]

Sadly, we do not live in a wonderful land of talking animals and magic. The real world is generally much harsher than Equestria, but luckily we have the magic of friendship to get us through each day.

 

We do learn many lessons from our friends just like Twilight though. What are some of the things that you have learned about friendship during your adventures?

 

I for instance have learned that your friends are not perfect and that their flaws are what make them special. If they aren't a little bit weird then they aren't that interesting. Also, it is a bad idea to fall asleep when your friends know where you keep the markers.

[Finesthour 7,287]

Lessons I have learned from my friends?

Well, from my current friends, "Life is worth living no matter what."

 

From people who used to be my friends?

"Being emotional is fucking stupid."

[Regality 233]

- Secrets are best kept untold, as making someone promise to keep one can lead to guilt, rumors, and broken trust/friendships

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Edited August 21, 2012 by VOODOO

[WittyReference 18]

Relationships and crushes and are tricky and complex. The best thing to do is clear the air and talk about it.

Don't feel obligated to try to like someone just because you're close and they like you. You can't force yourself to like someone and trying to do so won't end well for anyone.

Also when liking someone you'll find yoursself siding with them on a lot of things and having more sympathy for them than others. Try not to let your feeling block your judgement and try not to be disloyal to your other friends.

 

It has been an oddly romancy feelings filled week for me.

[Valureon 93]

Never make promises you cannot keep.... (That one is a doozy)

And seriously If you want to remain friends with someone you have to clear the air if things are bothering you (obviously things that are affecting your friendship).... Talk it out you know? True friends will work it out.....

[morethanicecream 116]

For my non brony friends. Tell us your embarrassing secrets and we'll name fun of you for years.

For my brony friends -life is worth living for. Haterz gonna hate and if they do, love and tolerate the sh*t out of them. I definitely like my brony friend more than my non brony friends. I just can't trust my non brony friends with telling them I am a brony.

 

Relationships and crushes and are tricky and complex. The best thing to do is clear the air and talk about it.

Don't feel obligated to try to like someone just because you're close and they like you. You can't force yourself to like someone and trying to do so won't end well for anyone.

Also when liking someone you'll find yoursself siding with them on a lot of things and having more sympathy for them than others. Try not to let your feeling block your judgement and try not to be disloyal to your other friends.

 

It has been an oddly romancy feelings filled week for me.

 

Well, with the 'You were just kissed by your favorite pony' and the 'You were just kissed by the member above you' topics, we kinda have developed awkward feelings about each other. Please, let's not have a more awkward next week. School is going to start and I'm going to experience freshman awkwardness

[Juggler 345]

Something that I have learned is that if your friend cancels a meeting that you two have it's probably because he has something more important to do. You shouldn't get mad at him, you must understand that you are not the most important thing in his life just like he probably isn't the most important thing in yours.

[Despair 114]

A long time ago, my old friend told me this,

 

"It's not the size of the person that matters, its what you do with it that counts."

 

I hope he's right because I want to beat the living hell out of him.

[Valureon 93]

A long time ago, my old friend told me this,

 

"It's not the size of the person that matters, its what you do with it that counts."

 

I hope he's right because I want to beat the living hell out of him.

 

Dont mean to disregard your friends words of wisdom..... But are you sure he wasn't just making a sexual innuendo there?

*Laughs* ...... Sorry im childish.... I know...... (Dont hate me for it)

[Arylett Charnoa 4,919]

I define a friend as a TRUE and PERSONAL close friend. Someone who I really care about, and they care about me. Not the way most people define it as - as someone who you merely hang out with and don't feel significant emotions towards. I call those people acquaintances. With this definition in mind, this is what I have learned:

• Always be honest and never keep something from them. Don't talk about your friends behind their backs. If there's nothing you can say to their faces, then don't say it in public. If something's bothering you, tell them.

• Not everyone can be this type of friend that I want. Most of the people you know in your life, you'll only have brief contact with. Nearly every person you speak to will not have a significant relationship with. These are not friends, but acquaintances. You can joke around and have light-hearted banter tat doesn't really go any deeper, and have fun, but it's not really as deep as what I consider a friendship. I have learned to accept this type of relationship with people, even if I'm not particularly fond of it.

• People drift apart often. Even the closest of friends will eventually die off in their friendships. Friendships are usually brief. They have jobs, lives, and priorities they consider more important than you. Either that, or maybe they'll just move away and not care to keep in contact with you. Only the truest of the friends will always make time for you, no matter what may happen in the times ahead. And will be your friends for a very long time.
• If you and someone else don't get along and argue a lot, don't be their friend. Just walk away. Likewise if they make you unhappy constantly. It's not worth it.

• Another part to the honest policy: If something about your friend is bothering you, you've already told them, and they can't fix it or be rid of it; don't keep bringing it up. Honestly, these things are best to be kept to yourself, or to be ranted about in other, more private sources. Try to accept it as best you can.

• Each friendship is different and unique. Just because one friendship has some aspects and the other doesn't, doesn't mean it's any lesser. The dynamics between different people can make for different interactions, injokes, and all of the sorts. There's no point in trying to make the way you care about your friends all the same all across. You care about each person in a different way, and caring for another person doesn't mean you don't care for the first person.

• Arguments and misunderstandings are a healthy and natural part of a friendship. Too many are not, but occasional ones are perfectly okay. If they are resolved properly, and the parties involved apologize if there were any hurt feelings, then there's no harm done.

• Only give gifts with the goodness of your heart. Don't give them to make them feel obligated to give you something too.

• There is a distinction between friends and relationships. Don't get them confused, and don't treat your friends like your significant other if you already have one. (Though you can be best friends with your significant other too. I think friendship is important for a relationship, but only if you're in one.)

• It's good to watch out for your friends, but always make sure to watch out for yourself too. Don't lose yourself in giving them too much. There's a certain personal space and boundaries between you and your friends that you should always maintain. Too much, and you're cold and distant and don't have close friends. Too little, and you're obsessive and don't have a life outside of them. Keep it balanced.

That's all I can think of. But I'm sure there's more. I have come to know a lot over the years.

[Despair 114]

Dont mean to disregard your friends words of wisdom..... But are you sure he wasn't just making a sexual innuendo there?

*Laughs* ...... Sorry im childish.... I know...... (Dont hate me for it)

 

No. It's because he would talk so much shit and he wanted me to fight him, for some reason, but I didn't. He's like a foot and a half taller than me and we're the same age. He's almost 300 lbs and I'm just round 160.

[Valureon 93]

No. It's because he would talk so much shit and he wanted me to fight him, for some reason, but I didn't. He's like a foot and a half taller than me and we're the same age. He's almost 300 lbs and I'm just round 160.

 

Oh right... hahaha thanks for clarifying that one for me ........ Yeah once again sorry about my last comment..... Im just too immature sometimes to avoid a good laugh....

[Sararyman...man 41]

-Showing off your power level just makes you look stupid

-PC is bette than Console

-/b/ stops getting funny once you go to other boards

[ParsoOfEquestria 1,490]

"the harder you beat a man, the taller he stands"

"go for the least attractive women for a lasting relationship"

"beware 50 shades of grey" XD

thats about it

[Chill Mists (Chilly) 801]

Do not mess up around your friends, for they are the ones who will laugh the hardest and get away with it because they are your friends XD.

[TheFabulousPony 102]

Hmmm well there are lots of lessons I have learnt from my friends, most of which wouldn't make sense unless you know us lol But yeah, I have learnt plenty from them.

[Unexard 50]

My friends told me almost everything I know. It's not that I was retarded or something, I was just... lost.

 

There is so much I own to them, it's incredible. They taught me so much that a list would take hours... I will just say that friends teach you most of the things just y being there with you and not by talking to you.

 

 

Be carefull who you call "Friend" it's a very powerfull word.

[kirbyboi 588]

I learned very much with the very little friends I have.

 

1. Be yourself. Any other personality than you is stupid

2. Don't be afraid to be hyper. People appreciate it!

3. Some people are gonna just use you for their own stupid game. Be careful of these people.

4. Don't be popular. It isn't worth it.

5. Being normal and perfect is boring!

 

I bet if I had more friends, I'd learn more, but...I'm thankful for having these few friends. At least I have them.

[DumbFabric 37]

1. People do hurt others, even when they don't think about it.

2. Don't let anyone try to change who you are. If they don't like who you are and make an ultimatum ("Stop talking to ____ or I'll stop being your friend!" or other childish things like that) then they're not worth it.

3. Sometimes relationships just don't feel right, but once you find where you belong, feels great man.

4. Some people take a while to show their true colors.

5. Being normal and popular is really boring. Being weird, artistic, and individual is the best!

[Ezio Auditore 702]

Things I've learned form my friends?

 

1. It is possible to break other peoples XBOX mic's from screaming

2. Mixing detergent with ammonia makes lots of smoke.

3. if someone is standing near water Push.

4.When playing bloody knuckles for 5$ please play in moderation

5. When people leave the table their food and possessions no longer belong to them.

[Lost 1,410]

My friends have taught me that if i buy a meal at McDonalds or Burger King and don't keep my hand over the fries they will eat them.