What is a loyal friend? I had no idea. Sure, I know “A friend in need is a friend indeed” but is that all? What do loyalty really mean in a friendship?

I thought that loyal friend must share a lot of same interests & hobbies with me. He must always be willing to help & support me no matter what. Whether I’m right or wrong, he must always stand by my side.

Well, it’s true to a certain extent but not always so.

Your loyal friends might not have a same religion as you do. He might not share a lot of same interests and hobbies with you either… But these differences won’t stop him from being a true friend of yours.

A loyal friend should generally be supportive yet be able to slap your face hard when he feels you’re way on the wrong track. But he can’t just stop there.

He knows the fact that telling you `you’re wrong` doesn’t help you much. He must offer you his opinions & suggestion of how to improve your situation & suggest that after sleeping on it, you should make your own decisions.

Be a loyal friend. Help them not just in work but also in life!

He will then respect your decisions & actions whether you follow his suggestions or not.

He’s alright when your opinions are different from his. No big deal. No argument. He respects it.

He talks to you like a man but know when to stop. He knows nothing will kill a friendship faster than an ego of a sensitive man.

A loyal friend also makes you feel good when she’s around. Her presence means a lot to you while her constant support offers you more energy and confidence.

Most importantly, a loyal friend will never ever leave you behind & alone not matter where he and you are. She will be there when you’re “in need” & share your victory when you succeed.

Cheers if you have some loyal friends like that!

Don’t take them for granted though as they’re super hard to find.