Qualities of a good friend

I believe that a friend is like a twin brother or sister. This is the reason we rely on friends so much and don't stop to think about life without them. What is it that makes a good friend? Different people have different opinions about what qualities a good friend should have. Maybe someone would say a good friend should be caring, trustworthy, supportive, patient, and so on. But as for me, I think there are three most important qualities of a good friend should have which are loyalty, and honesty, and being helpful or a good listener. If someone has these three qualities I will consider him or her to be my good friend

One of the basic needs of people is to know that they are not alone. A loyal friend is always there when you need him. A friend supports you in times of trouble; they can help you through it and put you back on your feet in some way or put you in a positive mood somehow to get you moving on from the situation. however, just spending time with someone is not all there is to friendship. Good relationships are based on good communication.

A good friend is not only someone you cab talk to about your interests, but is also someone who is willing to listen to your opinions and keep all your secrets. You can't expect your friend to accept everything you say, but he should respect your right to have your own ideas.

But from my opinion the most important quality above all qualities is honesty. Any friendship must base on honesty and trust; a friend should always tell you the truth no matter what. So he or she is like a safe you can tell your friend something but he or she won't say a thing or even hint to know something. Therefore honesty is the foundation of a good friendship because if you have honesty it will bring many other great qualities along with it; and without it the friendship would fall apart.

In conclusion, if you have found someone who is loyal, understanding, able to share life's ups and downs with you, and believe in you, you have truly found a soul mate and a good friend, as quoted Bernard Meltzer "A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked”