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Once you’re an adult, advice about friendships can start to take second fiddle to dating and parenting advice—and we think that’s just too bad! Friendships are just as important to adults as they are to children, and maintaining healthy friendships can be a major source of happiness. We’ve got some advice, quotes, and general expert know-how to help you do just that, no matter how old you are.

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137 Cute and Funny Nicknames for Friends That Totally Encapsulate Your BFFs

From classic and cute to utterly silly, this list has the perfect nicknames for all your friends

The Importance of Men’s Friendships—and How Poker Could Make Them Stronger

People who make time to hang out with friends have all the luck


Galentine’s Day: How a Made-Up Holiday Became a Celebration of Female Friendships

Romance isn't the only thing you should be focusing on in February. Galentine's Day is all about ladies celebrating ladies....


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35 Funny Friendship Quotes to Share with Your Friends

What are friends for? Laughing at your jokes, of course. Get your pals giggling with these funny friendship quotes.


25 Funny Friend Memes to Send to Your Bestie

You'll want to send these to your bestie ASAP.

22 Funny Best Friend Tweets That You’ll Want to Share with Your Bestie Immediately

Get ready to blow up the group chat with these hilarious best friend tweets that you will want to send...

8 Remarkable Stories of the Most Unlikely Friendships

Would you pal around with your spouse’s ex? Or buddy up to someone who put 
a foot in your face?...


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Rose Color Meanings: 15 Hues and What They Symbolize

Don't place that flower order without reading this first! From friendship to passion, here's what every rose color signifies.


My Best Friend Scammed Me Out of $92,000, Forcing Me into Bankruptcy

She swindled me out of $92,000, forcing me into bankruptcy and destroying my once sunny outlook. But I finally...


I Befriended My Childhood Bully 30 Years Later

I thought she was out of my life forever—then she married my cousin.

It Took Me 34 Years to Realize I Was Racist

But wait—I have a black friend!


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16 Things We’re All Looking Forward to Once Social Distancing Ends

Real-people share stories about what they're most looking forward to doing after self-quarantine restrictions finally let up.


25 Care Packages We’re Sending to Friends Who Are Stuck at Home

If someone in your life could use a smile right now, we’ve got a few ideas.

Are Crossed Arms Rude? 8 Secrets Your Body Language Reveals About You

Body language is a form of nonverbal communication, and whether you (or they!) know it, other people are always reading...


The Ultimate Gift Guide for Every Zodiac Sign

The stars aligned when you and your zodiac-loving friend met. Give them a gift that's as special as they are.


20 Things You’re Probably Blaming on Millennials—But Shouldn’t

You'd think millennials were responsible for everything! Here's why some of the country's recent trends aren't their fault—or why they've...


The Best Self-Care Gifts for a Friend in Need of Pampering

When your BFF needs a little TLC, choose one of these thoughtful presents that's sure to promote relaxation, boost self-awareness,...

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12 Etiquette Rules You Must Follow When Traveling with Friends

Follow this advice to make sure you end the trip still friends with each other.


5 Types of Toxic Co-Workers and How to Deal with Them

For most, working in an office can offer a pleasant, exciting, and motivating path to a successful career. However, sometimes...


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The Real Reason You and Your Friends Look So Much Alike

There's an actual reason why you and your friends look alike, and it's not just because you share the same...


The Best Compliment for Every Zodiac Sign

Find the perfect way to flatter the zodiac signs in your life. This is what you need to say to...


The Ideal Best Friend for Every Zodiac Sign

Which zodiac sign is the most reliable? Which is the most fun? Discover the sign that can offer you the...