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What does it mean?
Many people drift through life without clear goals, resulting in friendships based on circumstance rather than choice.
In plain terms
Friends often end up together by accident because they never planned their dreams.
What can you take from it?
Define your goals to shape your relationships.

Where it applies

  • college friendships
  • workplace socializing
  • life transitions

Putting it to work

  • write down goals
  • intentionally choose friends

Questions to consider

  • What drives your daily choices?
  • Did you plan your friendships?

Another view

Unplanned paths can still lead to fulfilling lives.

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