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Friendship & vulnerability

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We often think that the best way to have friends is to be deeply impressive and accomplished. The School of Life explains how the route to true friendship always flows through vulnerability.


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The Secret to Stronger Friendship: Try This to Build Better Bonds - NBCNews
Are You Strong Enough to Be Vulnerable? - HuffPost
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