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There have been many times I've needed a friend there for me. Have you ever needed someone just to be there and hold you tight? It's a struggle sometimes, but being a friend is important. Many ask how do I know to be a friend properly? What does being there for them mean? I hope this helps your understanding of a true friend.

There are points where you don't want to ask but you need to know. Who do you go to, a friend of course. Eighty-seven percent of students of all ages in high school and below prefer to talk to a friend rather than a professional. The people who ask want someone they know personally to care. Many know that your having a hard time even if you don't say a word. It's just something easy to pick up on. Why not take time to see if there okay. Almost all of the people who are struggling are just wait to see if someone notices. Every one knows there's no replacement for friendship and understanding. (". N.p., n.d. Web. 29 May 2013. .")

Whats the difference of being a friend and someone you see once and a while? The difference is a true friend cares. Someone who knows or can just talk to you. Even if doing so could get them in trouble. "What is a friend? -Two souls in one body." This quote came from Aristotle. How this could be more true? All you need is someone to care and someone to help. (". N.p., n.d. Web. 29 May 2013. .")

Many believe that being a friend is easy but there are actually steps to being a good friend. Accept