Friendships can survive after massive disappointment, but only if both parties are honest with one another. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Weddings and funerals are when you figure out who your real friends are. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
In the name of friendship you should make sure your door is always open to listen. Don't feel you need to provide… — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
[from a reader] Whenever I feel myself resenting someone, I reach out. I have made good friends that way. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Friends tell the truth to one another. Friends don't slam the door to correction or reflection when it is offered with affection. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Friends tell each other the truth, and then friends stick around for the aftermath. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Sometimes the way through someone's tough outer shell is to do something obvious, thoughtful and sweet. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
If you turn the heat down on the relationship, she will soften, the tension will lessen, and she will eventually inch closer to you.… — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
You must give and receive love only when doing so doesn't hurt others. That's the ethical path, and you should gain strength from walking… — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
If you feel guilty about not "playing nice," then you could easily alleviate your guilt by playing nice. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
When you are wondering whether to say something negative about someone - even if it is true - the best rule to follow is,… — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Groveling for connection from someone who compares you to Hitler is not good for a person's self-esteem. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Friendships can survive after massive disappointment, but only if both parties are honest with one another. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image
Bullies often act out by marshaling aggression to cover up for insecurity. — Amy Dickinson Copy Share Image