The Landscape of Friendships SHOWING APPRECIATION

As we grow and our lives develop, the landscape of our friendships changes.

Because of the competing demands of life, how we communicate changes and our needs change, but we often still want to keep these relationships strong. This guide will provide you with resources for keeping those connections with your friends strong and showing appreciation.

How Do Your Friends Positively Impact Your Life?

Think about your friends and what each of them brings to your life. Reflecting on memories of good times as well as the moments that challenged your bond.

Now it’s time to reach out to them and share your appreciation. With limited time for calls due to work and family, we have created some communication prompts. Use them to text or call a friend depending on which fits best for you.

First, think of three of your close friends that you have not had the chance to reach out to consistently. Write their names below. Include 2 words to describe your friend. Examples: trustworthy, fearless, cheerful, thoughtful, fabulous, dependable

Friend #1

Friend #2

Friend #3

Now Let’s Connect!

You’re almost ready to reach out! Use the prompts below to text or start a conversation with your friends. Included are prompts you can add to and some to copy/paste.

I wanted to tell you how thankful I am to have you in my life because...

I know it’s been a while since we spoke but I appreciate you for doing/being...

Wow, we have shared so many memories together and even though we aren’t able to see each other often I wanted you to know that...

How are you? It’s been a while since we have had a chance to connect but you’ve been on my mind.

Let’s schedule a time to link up, I miss you.

Keep the lines of communication open and remember that good friendships are invaluable.