When we think about improving our lives, we often focus on things like career success, financial goals, or personal health.

Many of us long for perfect adult friendships. But real connection is built on consistency, vulnerability, and being “good enough”—not flawless.

Friendship is highly underrated. If you're feeling low, pick up the phone and call a good friend. A positive emotional connection may be just want you need.

They start with a very good premise — “no friendship is ever a waste of time” — and go on to define the seven different types of pals. My personal favorites are “friend who can make you ...