Friendship Quotes to Ease Feelings of Hardships During Tough Times

A couple of days ago, I was playing around with Pinterest, when I noticed that the keyword phrase Friendship quotes was trending. I have not done a quote post in a while because I want to narrow the focus of this blog, so I decided to stop doing certain things. But friendships are important in life and at work. Friendship is hard to define because it means different things to different people. There is also a distinction between being friendly and being someone’s friend that many do not understand.

All of this made me think that friendships are important in the workplace. Ever heard the phrase about having friends in high places? But if you think about teams, would they work more effectively if members became friends?  Would becoming friends impact professionalism? Would friendships affect the cohesiveness of the group?

When you collaborate or partner with someone, and the fit is right, should the individuals work at becoming friends to strengthen the relationship? I have no answers for you, only questions. This year, August 6th is Friendship Day. Friendships are important – it has its own day to celebrate it. Friendship day was created to celebrate the friends in your life.

Take some time to reflect on the Friendship Quotes below. Additionally, could you learn the 10 key skills needed for future jobs, with a group of friends? Imagine if by learning the employability skills together, you could lift each other up professionally. Now, would not that strengthen and deepen the relationships between and among friends?

“Friends show their love in times of trouble, not in happiness.” Euripides

“Time doesn’t take away from friendship, nor does separation.” Tennessee Williams, Memoirs

“The essence of true friendship is to make allowance for another’s little lapses.” David Storey

“Sweet is the memory of distant friends! Like the mellow rays of the departing sun, it falls tenderly, yet sadly, on the heart.” Washington Irving

“It’s the friends you can call up at 4 a.m. that matter.” Marlene Dietrich

“Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead. Walk beside me… just be my friend” Albert Camus

“My definition of a friend is somebody who adores you even though they know the things you’re most ashamed of.” Jodie Foster

“A friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

“A friend is, as it were, a second self.” Marcus Tullius Cicero

“Where would you be without friends? The people to pick you up when you need lifting? We come from homes far from perfect, so you end up almost parent and sibling to your friends – your own chosen family. There’s nothing like a really loyal, dependable, good friend. Nothing.” Jennifer Aniston

“I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light.” Helen Keller

“Never have a companion that casts you in the shade.” Baltasar Gracian

“Friendship is the source of the greatest pleasures, and without friends even the most agreeable pursuits become tedious.” Thomas Aquinas

“Share your smile with the world. It’s a symbol of friendship and peace.” Christie Brinkley

“Close friends are truly life’s treasures. Sometimes they know us better than we know ourselves. With gentle honesty, they are there to guide and support us, to share our laughter and our tears. Their presence reminds us that we are never really alone.” Vincent Van Gogh

Friendship Gifts

Love & Friendship Gifts Jar

Willow Tree Friendship Keepsake Box

Smiling Wisdom Silver Leaf Friendship Gift Set

Dogeared “Friendship” Double Link Taupe Silk Adjustable Closure Bracelet

“A True Friend Reaches For Your Hand But Touches Your Heart” Ribbon Heart Pendant Necklace