To let friendship die away by negligence and silence, is certainly not wise. It is voluntarily to throw away one of the greatest comforts of this weary pilgrimage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Allowing friendships to fade through neglect is unwise and wastes a major source of comfort in life.
- In plain terms
- Don't let friendships die from ignoring them; they are too important to lose.
- What can you take from it?
- Actively maintain friendships to avoid losing vital emotional support.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you last check on an old friend?
- What stops you from maintaining contacts?
Another view
Sometimes distance or change makes maintaining contact impossible despite efforts.
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