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What does it mean?
Friendships formed in early youth tend to be the most lasting and less mistrustful.
In plain terms
Early friendships are strong and trustworthy.
What can you take from it?
Nurture early relationships.

Where it applies

  • school years
  • college

Putting it to work

  • stay in touch with childhood friends
  • value early bonds

Questions to consider

  • What makes early friendships last?
  • Can adult friendships be as strong?

Another view

Not all early friendships endure; some fade.

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