Sometimes, being a good friend involves telling someone what you don't like about your friend or what bothers you about them. Now, I don't mean saying that you have a big nose or big ears or things like that. Instead, I mean that there are times that you can really help your friends by telling them what you don't like about them.
For example, sometimes you seem too self-centered. Or, you make things about you and you don't listen. Or, I feel uncomfortable when you ....
These are helpful suggestions that not only help the recipient to become a better version of themself, it can possibly strengthen your relationship. Of course, you must be very sensitive because you know that we all get our feelings hurt. It the risk of hurt feelings outweighs the benefits of constructive criticism, don't do it.
If you have the kind of relationship with someone that you can definitely tell them things that need improvement, you probably have a true friend. That is golden so be very careful with it.
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