Unit 1 Friendship“A friend is one that knows you as you are, understands where you have been, accepts what you have become, and still, gently allows you to grow.”—William ShakespeareFriendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends.However, it is not easy for all the people to make new friends, that is, for some people it is easy while for others it is not an easy job. Below are some helpful tips on how to make and keep friends.Get in touch with others. The first step to making friends is getting in touch with other people. Health clubs, places of worship and charities are some places where you can meet new people and build friendship, but attending these places is not enough, and you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member.Be cheerful. A smile on the face is a sure way to attract ( 吸 引 ) new friends as people are always likely to stay with those with a cheerful mind. No one wants to keep company with someone who is constantly unhappy.Start a conversation. Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends. Do not wait to be spoken to; you can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in connection with other people no matter where you are.Stay in touch. For a friendship to grow you need to stay in touch. There are several ways of staying in touch with your friends and these include phone calls and online social networking sites.Do things together. Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friends together and hanging out will always be a pleasant experience. The...
