Good friendships make life better, but they aren’t always easy.

Strong friendships keep us grounded, and studies even link them to a longer, healthier life. Still, meeting people and keeping those friendships going takes real effort. This free guide gives you practical tips for making friends, being a good one, spotting the habits that push people away, and showing up well when a friend is going through something hard.

WHAT’S INSIDE

• Where to meet people and how to start a conversation
• How to turn acquaintances into real friends
• Eight habits that make you a great friend
• Friendship red flags, including the ones we don’t notice in ourselves
• Five tips for mending a broken friendship
• How to support a friend who’s struggling, and what to avoid when giving advice
• A spiritual perspective on the kind of friend Jesus is