Things That Will Make Sense If You’re The Friend Everyone Shares Their Baggage With
In every friend group, there are those one or two people who are the first person you text or FaceTime when you've got some drama going down. Sometimes it's just to rehash some old stuff, sometimes it's some new, fresh drama that just happened. Either way, you know that person is the one you want to talk to.
It's awesome to have those friends in your life, but being that friend is a blessing and a curse.
You Never Want To Overstep Any Boundaries
It's a dangerous game telling people what your opinions are about some of their life situations. Because, if you end up wrong or they do the opposite of your advice, it becomes your fault.
But, It Is Fun Knowing Secrets
There is this fun and special bond that comes from knowing absolutely everything about everyone. Just make sure you're good at acting surprised when someone tells you something you already know.
It Takes A Bit Of Time To Build That Friendship
You can't come out of the gate too strong with the tough love approach when you're learning new things about someone. Not everyone is going to be receptive to the fact that you know better.
But, It's A Bond Like No Other
When you're that friend that people like to confide in, you'll find that you tend to make friends for life. That's probably because you end up knowing too much, but hey, we'll take it.
You've Always Got The Right Thing To Say
No matter what the crisis is, you know just how to handle it and what level of truth to bring with it. Is this a situation where you lay out the truth? Or is it better just to listen?
Sometimes You Know Something's Up Before They Do
When you're the friend that everyone talks to, you're also the friend that no one can keep it together around. They'll spend all day pretending things are fine, but when you ask, it's game over.
Sometimes It's A Little Co-Dependant
It's hard to know where the line is between being a good friend and supporting your friend's bad habits. Before you know it, even the smallest issues are becoming big ones.
Sometimes You Can't Help But To Be Involved
There will be certain things your friends go through that will really boil your blood and you'll want to make sure you're involved in the comeback plan and oh will it ever be petty.
You Genuinely Do Want To Hear About Everything
Especially when something exciting is happening in their life like they're finally going on a date with their crush or had a job interview for a position that they really want.
Hopefully, They Do Really Appreciate You
Being that friend that is always there creates a special bond. Sometimes, when you're both feeling especially emotional, you like to remind each other how much you love one another.
You Make Sure They Always Have Your Undivided Attention
You know when you should be all eyes on them, and when it might be ok to check your phone and half-listen to what they're saying. But, you always care!
Nothing Will Stop You From Being There
The thing is, you actually like to be the friend that people rely on. It makes you feel like you're doing your part in the world, so when someone is in need, you're there.
Sometimes You're Both A Little Crazy
There will be moments when it's like the blind leading the blind because you're both going through some things. But hey, at least you've got one another to see you through it.
You're Not Always So Good To Yourself
You have all the advice in the world to help other people work through what they've got going on, but when it comes to your own problems, you can be a bit of a mess.
Mostly, You Stay Out Of It Unless You're Needed
You don't necessarily love drama, but you let yourself get involved if it's for the good of your loved ones because no one gets to come at them without you saying so!
You Want To Make Sure They Know How Great They Are
One of your jobs, when you're that friend who takes care of everyone, is making sure that your friends know how amazing they are because you love them for lots of reasons.
You Never Hesitate To Share Those Reasons
You have a list on hand at all times to lay on them when they're feeling down because you know that it's hard to see ourselves the way we actually are sometimes.
There Might Be Fights Sometimes
But it's usually only because they know you're right and they weren't ready to hear the truth. And it never lasts long because they'll always see the light eventually about whatever you're fighting about.
Nothing Is A Secret From You
You're that friend that every new partner should be afraid of because you know literally everything that happens between them. You've seen all the texts and yes, even the nudes.
When You Need To Be, You Can Be Petty As Hell
You like to save it for times when it's necessary, but you know that you can be as savage as the meanest of them, and you aren't afraid to be mean when defending your friends.
