
24 Little Things You Can Do to Be a True Friend
People share the small but meaningful things their friends do that make a big difference in their lives.

52 Little Compliments That Will Make Your Friends and Family Smile
Because "You look great for 50!" is so NOT a compliment.

Zodiac Friendship Compatibility: Who’s Your Ideal Best Friend?
The stars have entered the group chat. Here's your astrological guide to zodiac friendship compatibility.

7 Signs Your Friend Is Actually a Frenemy
Friends are supposed to build you up, not knock you down. These red flags will help you spot the so-called...


15 Magic Phrases to Make Anyone Trust You
Slip these words into your conversations to build trust between friends and coworkers.

12 Things NOT to Tell Your Friends About Your Relationship
We're all guilty of telling our friends and fam about what's happening in our relationships. But you shouldn't be telling...

The 14 Secrets to Making Friendships Really Last Forever, According to Lifelong Friends
The deepest, most committed friendships span time, continents, and life experiences. The keys to maintaining those strong friendships often take...

Considering a Breakup? Read These Questions Before Deciding to Stay or Go
If you're on the verge of a breakup, asking yourself these 8 questions may help you decide whether it's time...


10 Simple, Fun Ways to Make New Couple Friends
What's even harder than finding your perfect other half? Finding another couple of like-minded, fun people to hang out with....

If Someone Looks at You Like This, You’re Officially in the Friend Zone
Ever wonder what her gaze means? What his eyes are revealing when you meet for the first time? Finally, science...

10 Amazing Trips You Need to Take with Your Girl Squad This Summer
Looking for a place to escape to with your BFFs? Whether it's a bachelorette party, a reunion, or just a...


You Can (and Should!) Stick up for Yourself as a Bridesmaid—Here’s How
If your bestie is becoming a bridezilla nightmare, read on.


This One Magic Phrase Will Stop Gossip in Its Tracks
Rumor has it you’re trying to stop badmouthing people.

When Your Spouse Doesn’t Like Your BFFs, It’s the Marriage That Suffers, Says Science
A new study finds that our taste in friends may hold the key to a happy marriage, or actually destroy...

8 Ways to Turn Your Online Friends into Real-Life Besties
These days, apps give you what you need when you need it–including a flock of online friends. But how do...


12 of the Best Movies About Friendship to Watch with Your Bestie
These fun flicks celebrate the joys and comforts of true friendship. Grab a tub of popcorn and settle in with...

11 Ways to Move Past a Friendship Fight
A best friend by your side is invaluable, whether it's someone you've known since childhood or someone you encountered by...

Here Are 8 Types of Best Friends Every Adult Woman Should Have
These types of best friends should be in every modern woman's social circle (hey, #squadgoals).


7 Etiquette Tips for Dealing With a Cheap Friend
Need help dealing with a friend who’s tight with their cash? Take these tips from Jodi RR Smith, nationally recognized...

19 Perfectly Thoughtful Ways to Maintain Long-Distance Friendships
When you’re miles apart but close at heart, make distance feel shorter with these easy tips.

How a Boy and His Telephone Operator Formed a Lovely, Lasting Friendship
In this Reader's Digest Classic, originally published in 1966 as "The Voice in the Box," a little boy forges a...

Feeding a Friendship: How a Simple Homemade Meal Forged a Bond I’ll Never Forget
For one woman homesick in a new city, a comforting chat over a thoughtful meal helped warm the soul.

Six-Word Memoirs on Friendship
Shorter than tweets and small enough to swallow whole, these six-word memoirs say it all