The first step in the art of friendship is to be a friend. Then making friends takes care of itself.
To be a friend, one should start by being a friend to himself, by being true to his highest and best goals by aligning himself with the enduring values of human life that make for growth and strength.
To be a friend, one should strive to be like the shadow of a great rock in a weary land, to be a source of refuge and strength to those who walk alone.
To be a friend, one should believe in the inherent goodness of man and his potential greatness. We should treat people with a big spirit, expectant of a noble response.
To be a friend, one should strive to lift people up, not cast them down, to encourage, not discourage, and to set an example that will be an inspiration.
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