A good friend of my son's is a son to me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A close friend of my son feels like my own son.
- In plain terms
- A friend's child can become family.
- What can you take from it?
- Strong bonds extend family ties.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does friendship become family?
- How to maintain healthy limits?
Another view
Emotional intensity may blur boundaries.
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