Americans are spending more time alone and less time with friends. The dramatic drop in how much time you spend with friends, and why it's so important to reverse the trend.
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A close friend is someone you can be vulnerable with and won t abandon you when times get tough. Experts explain how to make and keep close friendships:
Experts say casual, "weak tie" friendships are a vitally important, and rapidly disappearing, part of life. And while we may value the friendships we have with our closest friends, our weak ties are just as essential.
Friendship coaches are providing guidance that can range from walking through how to break up with a friend to tools to identify which friendships belong in your inner circle.