Friendship is one of the most enduring relationships in human history. Since the beginning of recorded history, there have been some of the most powerful relationships among human beings. Two like-minded souls bonded together by common interests and beliefs. In many cases these relationships were marriage relationships. Over time however, as man has become more socially and intellectually advanced people, this type of relationship has often given way to what can be described as a platonic love, or even just a friendship.
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platonic love is based on admiration, or more specifically an admiration for each other's strengths. Often this can be a compliment of a similar nature, or a complement of one another's personalities. A friendship on the other hand is often defined by something more. It is based on admiration, care, commitment, companionship, intellectual curiosity, and even sex.

When two like-minded souls decide to spend their lives together it is often called a platonic relationship. However, it is not uncommon for one of them to take steps towards intimacy before they are ready for true friendship. It is usually the women who initiate intimacy, usually because of their desire for romance and because they feel their lover is too close to their relationship to avoid the risk of losing it.

The biggest difference between friendship and platonic love is that platonic love is based on a single person being pursued by another. While friendships are formed between two people who feel a deep connection, one of them being willing to put their best friend in the position of an intimate friend. platonic love usually lasts a short period of time. On the other hand, true friendship is what most people want. It involves companionship, caring, sharing, respect, understanding, and love.

platonic relationships can be healthy and even beneficial. platonic relationships do not threaten the ego or self-interest of either party. platonic relationships also do not involve any form of deceit or betrayal. A friendship is between two like-minded souls who share their dreams, ambitions, and experiences with one another and learn to live together in harmony despite differences.

A friendship is the greatest of all human bond. When friends help each other through hard times or face challenging obstacles they become each other's biggest support. Friends don't fight each other's battles but instead they join with each other and find strength in each other. This is why, as Jesus taught, a friend is worth more than a thousand gold coins. A friendship is priceless.

To have a lasting, mature, and mutually beneficial relationship between two like-minded souls is to be a friend. Friendship is about trust. Trust is the key to building a lasting relationship that lasts. Friendship is also about understanding each other's strengths and weaknesses, about being honest and open to each other's thoughts, about forgiveness, and being willing to walk away if necessary. True friendship is a bond between two like-minded souls who understand each other's dreams, aspirations, and fears and who are willing to support each other in their adventures.

A bond cannot be taken for granted. A friendship must be maintained and remembered. It is the essence of human existence. A friendship is the basis of every meaningful relationship. In fact, without a friend to our world would be a very different place. So make friends today and enjoy the precious gift of friendship.

How do you go about developing a true friendship? Many times I think we become too focused on what we want in a friend or soul mate and forget to focus on what is important to our two like-minded souls. Friendship is about commitment and sacrifice. So how do you choose a friend?

The best way to develop true friendship is to spend time with one another. Spend time building a friendship by sharing things you love to do together. Try to build your friendship by taking your soul mates out for coffee, dinner, movie dates, or any other activities you enjoy doing together. Spending quality time together is the best way to develop true friendship.
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By dedicating time to developing a true friendship between two like-minded souls, you will be able to find that special someone who shares your interests. Your friendship will become a bond, just as the love you share is a bond. Your two soul mates will grow closer, and in time a deep friendship will develop, just as a physical relationship does.