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Honesty, loyalty, compassion, and fairness are all examples of qualities people look for when choosing friends. The look for these qualities in order to sort 'real' friends from those considered acquaintances. But what is one deems another a 'friend', and their ....

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.... never should a friend belittle one's self worth or prove to be a detriment. The first sign of independability can be counted as an accident, but after that, it is not acceptable. There is no room for repeat offenders, because they will ultimately prove to be a downfall. The first time should take away enough trust to build an outer shell against them. Finally, if one allows another to manipulate them for a gain or purpose besides their own, then there is a problem with the friendship. IF a friend needs a ride, and assuming that the are not offering ot drive, graciousness, courtesy, and gratefulness should be shown the driver, not harsh words o ....