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What does it mean?
Friendships make up the most valuable portion of a person's life.
In plain terms
Friendships are the best part of life.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize friendships for a meaningful life.

Where it applies

  • self reflection
  • advice giving
  • personal essays

Putting it to work

  • invest in friends
  • value relationships
  • build community

Questions to consider

  • What makes life meaningful?
  • How much time do you spend with friends?

Another view

It may undervalue other aspects like family or work.

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