Do you have a lot of Friends?

inferta

12 years ago

Be among people who you want to look like. If those "friends" didn't understand you you don't need them!

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Adevictus

12 years ago

Sounds like me, I can't stand doing something if it can't be leveraged in a way that makes me money. I lost a lot of friends who were into the simpler things in life.

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InternetJon

12 years ago

I think you honestly need to find yourself a balance between them.

I spend time with some friends doing what you call "pointless things", because it is necessary to kick back and enjoy life every now and then. Spend too much time only doing work and you are going to get burnt out.

Even with all the money in the world, you're going to be a lonely man with nobody to share it with!

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MilkerFocus

12 years ago

What is your dream anyway? If you really want to be who you want to be, you need to leave someone try to stop you. Life is short, only you know yourself. If your "friends" are loser, you will be. Because we always learn from people around us. That's why poor people always poor because they learn from people around them who are poor as well. So you try to know more about yourself. You will know how to do. Don't be afraid, if you keep doing it everyday, your dream will be come true.

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zabolord

12 years ago

Ive had the same problem where my friends look at me wierd because i am so obsessed with money. I just try to downplay it a bit with some of them, because after I lost a few I realised just how important friends are, and you cant agree on everything.

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Joseph Robinson

Banned 12 years ago

I have a large group of people I'm friendly with, and I hang out with them from time to time. In reality there are less than ten people I really consider friends though. The quantity stopped nattering to me after high school.

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William Maloney

12 years ago

Real friends will always be there for you. Fake friends will come along only when everything is alright, when you have problems - they will disappear, that's a rule. I have a lot of friends, it's very important to demand respect and give respect back. Friends are very important.

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Rojak Moon

12 years ago

Dang... now that I think about it No... most of my friends (term used loosely) are work related.

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Joseph Robinson Banned 12 years ago

Originally Posted by Rojak Moon

Dang... now that I think about it No... most of my friends (term used loosely) are work related.

Don't worry. If the plot of I love you, man is any indication you will meet an epically awesome best friend and marry a total hottie (if you aren't already married).
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thewordwright

12 years ago

I think as we travel through life, we redefine ourselves constantly.
We meet people at specific points on this journey who - at that time - resonate with us and with whom we become friends.
The journey continues though and as we travel, we could end up on a different path to those friends and either they become less relevant to us or we to them. Often both.
So the cycle continues, right until the end.
Only very few friends remain constant. Those that do are the real ones.

The point I am trying to make is that your former friends who were relevant to you back then, are no longer relevant now and that is okay. Enjoy your new friends. They are what you need now. Things may - and probably will - change again some day. Just go with the flow and you'll be all right

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Thanks for the posts. I think that we just grew apart as we aged striving for different things in life. I respect the simple life however I can't settle for it and so I am going for my dreams. I've kind of always been a workaholic its hard for me to not think about business and working.

I think that once I am successful making a good (in my eyes) amount of money maybe I will change some and let loose more. But for now its strictly business.

I do miss having friends though and having fun. Moving across the country severs ties as well. I will just keep doing what I'm doing and the right people will come into my life.

I want to be around like minded people, create a mastermind alliance! It would make sense for me to start developing relationships with IMers. Lets get money

Friends are important I agree. Priorities, right now my priority is on growing my business so I can provide for my family.

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eshoppingez

12 years ago

Oh well...I guess I'm at the same boat as yours, but frankly speaking, I'd rather hang out with people who understand my ambitions than people who mock it. So, it's not a loss really.

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Evocess

12 years ago

Awesome share Man!
We're in the same shoes. I even spent more time with my friends without knowing that it's only for fun not for my future. It take me a couple of weeks to be focus with my work and make my as my priority but life will be pointless if you're not doing some things that guys really do

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Just set your priorities in life.

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RusselsP

12 years ago

I was but not now. I think no one is your friend here. Only you are your own friend and best friend.

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12 years ago

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OmarNegron

12 years ago

Even though I personally like the quote,

"Do what you want and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."

You need to establish a balance between having a social life of "REAL FRIENDS" not just go out with buddies. In the end you won't remember the amount of work you did or the amount of money you made but the special people you had in your life.

You need to go out there and make connections with people. I found myself working like a caveman focusing on the destination without realizing that I was not enjoying the journey. This is why balance is very important. Make friends just make sure to choose them wisely.

- Will

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David Sneen

12 years ago

Where do you want to go with your life? What do you want to do?

If you really want to go somewhere special, to accomplish something; you want to hang out with people who are also going there...or are there already.

What the others think is irrelevant. I recall hearing someone say, "What other people think is none of my business."

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All Night Cafe 12 years ago

I like having friends of both types. I have friends that we pile together for football, baseball etc. And I have work related friends. We get together and talk buisness, money and more money.

The friends I pile with are friends of 10 to 35 years I feel like I have known forever. Work related are friends of 2 to 6 years.

Having both keeps me interested in fun things and work guys and gals keep me grounded in work related fun things.

Find a balance.
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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Originally Posted by Joe Robinson

Don't worry. If the plot of I love you, man is any indication you will meet an epically awesome best friend and marry a total hottie (if you aren't already married).

Thats one of the main reasons I work so hard lol ha

I like them girls. But I am also very focused on becoming successful.

Most people do things backwards. They play way to much early and as they start getting older they are not as prepared as someone who planned sooner so he could play later.

I just like to think bigger like world travels and nice international places which is expensive I might add. Having a nice lifestyle and money in the bank. All this stuff takes work. Just going out is fun but a big waste of money in my eyes. I would rather invest that money in my business now so I can have a lot more money sooner to reach my long term goal asap.

I am just thinking a little different, I guess. But I believe things happen for a reason and the right people will come into my life. Only time will tell though, I know that I am more confident and outgoing when I have a nice role of money in my pocket.

Right now that nice role of money is getting put right into the business so I don't really have extra funds to stroke my ego. Its all work, hopefully things will be different in the next six to twelve months. Figures crossed.

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wilder1047

12 years ago

Tony Robbins says that friends will subconsciously try to hold you down at their level because they`re afraid of losing you.

So, if they work 9-5 and get drunk every weekend, and they see that you`re starting to pull away from that life, they'll put down your ventures to try and keep you with them.

I was talkin' to one of my IM buddies, and I made a joke about affiliate links (it was inappropriate so I won't repeat it) and me and him started laughin, and right there I said... this is why I just don't get along with my old friends the same way, they wouldn't even get such a simple joke.

IM is a lifestyle, it consumes you, and you become insanely passionate about it.. so it's hard to connect with others that are outside of it.

There's a lack of synergy...

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aitsco

12 years ago

In this life, you will never please everyone....and not every friend is beneficial...most are friends for good times only, you hardly see then when you go through hardships....choose friends you hang out with most of the time wisely coz they have an influence on you, whether you realise it or not....

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Banned 12 years ago

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DGFletcher

12 years ago

I've been thinking about this question and some of the responses like crazy.

"Do you have a lot of friends?" One guy said that no, he doesn't, 'cause none of them understand IM.

"Do you have a lot of friends?" Another guy quoted Tony Robbins about people holding you down.

*Sigh*

My 6 year GF is driving me up the wall. I can't do anything with her around! That sounds like I'm just blaming or whatever, but today was the first day I had where she wasn't home the entire day... and I was doing really, really, well until she texted me and was like 'do you want to sleep over'. That ruined my whole mood. I have zero other friends besides her 'cause she's clingy as all heck...

Why stay? 3 reasons:

1. We've spent most of that 6 years working out the plot to a very very large book. As soon as I make enough on IM/whatever to be able to sit down and just *write!* I'll write it. Then I can ditch her. Till then, she has half the info. >.< This one is the biggest issue.

2. She's the rich one. My family... squeams when they have to drive to get me in the next town over. Her family owns a ton of property and stuff. When one of my jobs completely crashed, my family was like 'eh, that's nice,' and she was like 'yikes!' and I got to live there.

3. This is exactly the same relationship as I had with another girlfriend a long time ago back in high school, except that instead of IM, it was viola. She was rich, my family wasn't, but I was trying to get a viola scholarship to get out of here. She was in my way 24/7... but I know my personality I'll be right back in one of these relationships if I ditch her.

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Originally Posted by DGFletcher

My 6 year GF is driving me up the wall. I can't do anything with her around! That sounds like I'm just blaming or whatever, but today was the first day I had where she wasn't home the entire day... and I was doing really, really, well until she texted me and was like 'do you want to sleep over'. That ruined my whole mood. I have zero other friends besides her 'cause she's clingy as all heck...

Why stay? 3 reasons:

1. We've spent most of that 6 years working out the plot to a very very large book. As soon as I make enough on IM/whatever to be able to sit down and just *write!* I'll write it. Then I can ditch her. Till then, she has half the info. >.< This one is the biggest issue.

2. She's the rich one. My family... squeams when they have to drive to get me in the next town over. Her family owns a ton of property and stuff. When one of my jobs completely crashed, my family was like 'eh, that's nice,' and she was like 'yikes!' and I got to live there.

3. This is exactly the same relationship as I had with another girlfriend a long time ago back in high school, except that instead of IM, it was viola. She was rich, my family wasn't, but I was trying to get a viola scholarship to get out of here. She was in my way 24/7... but I know my personality I'll be right back in one of these relationships if I ditch her.

LOL If feel you man.. Theirs always the ups and downs to every situation. Whats that saying you cant live with em you cant live without em.

Feel good that you have a woman at least. One of the main reasons I don't is because of the distraction factor and I know from my own personal relationships that woman require a lot of attention and I like giving it to them.

But not now, its taking away from my baby (my business IM) so thats on hold. I don't even have much time for family. This is what it takes if you want to become successful. You have to give it all you time so its not short lived but built on a strong sturdy foundation.

I personally don't like using people and keeping women around knowing I am going to leave them and maybe hurt them emotionally so I just stay away. Not saying anything is wrong with your position. Who knows you may never leave so your doing the right thing hang in their and good luck with your writing.

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AshwaniGaur

12 years ago

Life is full of hardships. On its way, you will find both good and bad times. Those, who help you in bad times are your real friends. So, try to find them.

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YoshiYolo 12 years ago

Originally Posted by AlienSense

Life is full of hardships. On its way, you will find both good and bad times. Those, who help you in bad times are your real friends. So, try to find them.

You must have good friends. I have had some bad experiences. I just ask that GOD guides me and keeps me safe while I make this journey to success.

And along the way bless me with new special people to bring into my life to better me and help me grow not hold me back. Positive and Successful people. :p
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Ricky Tango

12 years ago

Hey YoshiYolo,
I can relate to you. You know, you can look at people as circles. You need to be careful of who you let into your inner circle, like the 5 closest people to you because those people will likely influence you and you will influence them. So be sure to associate with those who you are proud to associate with and be friends with...those who you want to be like, admire and look up to. Honestly, I spend a lot of time listening to great minds, whether motivational or inspirational teachers (audios/videos) and mentors because I strive to be more like them. You are not going to hang out with people that party all the time or you will end up like them. On the other hand, you do need to party or play once in a while to have balance. Overall, I think you are on the right track. Many blessings...

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gabrielchuva

12 years ago

A townfull of true friends, great to have them.

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KickinConcepts

12 years ago

Life is full of roadblocks that you need to overcome.

For me the same problem happened but my friends know me, I can go away and rarely be seen for a few months because I'm working but when I see them again its like no time as past. you need these kinds of friends. Finding them can be hard though.

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Yes I agree this is true.

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ReplenishSEO

12 years ago

friends come and go, the friends you want to keep are the ones that still hang with out no matter what.

But you def lose people are you choose to pursue different paths.

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Banned 12 years ago

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Joseph Robinson Banned 12 years ago

Originally Posted by dwayneduran

Can all of you here be my friends?

Contribute, and sure. Otherwise, no. I have enough friends .

YOLO you only live once...

Ah, the high school catchphrase of the year...
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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

YOLO you only live once... I want to do big things with my life. Time is limited opportunities are not forever.

Most people have their own self interest at hand. Even if they are your friends people have motives. I have a few good friends old friends, but I don't want to hang out all the time. I want to try my best to be rich. You have to make a decision! Let time pass by or capture the moment and make it happen.

Prove your worth. It is good however to network and meet people to help you climb, is that friendship or business or both?? Who knows, I just take it one day at a time.

I remain grateful for everything that I have now and everything I will acquire later.

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Alex Mensah

12 years ago

Genuine buddies can be at this time there in your case. Fake buddies will come along only if anything can be good, if you have issues -- they are going to go away, this is a guideline. I have many buddies, it is extremely important to require respect and give respect rear. Close friends are important.

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isaacburks9z

12 years ago

We are humans and it is human nature to want to overtake, conquer and destroy. I only say this because that is how history has gone since the beginning of time. So you will have friends along the way but don't get carried away with that some much so that you forget why you were born. You have something to accomplish. That is if you wish to become a somebody.

This is kind of harsh but true, I heard someone powerful and influential say this I forget the name but "Your either one of two things in this world, you either a somebody or your a nobody"

Work on having a stronger relationship with your family! Friends come and go.

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Trevor M

12 years ago

I've found it works best for me if I completely put a barrier between the two.

Most of my friends don't have any idea what I 'actually' do... and I prefer it that way.

While I love people that are dedicated to their work, we all need to make sure not to get to a point where relationships with those closest to us start to disintegrate. In my opinion they're ultimately much more important than our work.

- Trevor

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ianjwilcock

12 years ago

I've never really thought about this.

But now I have I would say I have a very small close group of friends.
We always went out partying when we were younger but are now focusing on achieving our dreams, despite these being completely different we all still meet up every now and again and are fully supportive of each others goals.
I would say that we have matured as a group as before we only wanted to party but now all are priorities have shifted. That's not to say we still don't party just a lot less than we used to

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prismkuet

12 years ago

Friends are important in life and helpful as well. But if you have many friends and you want to keep everyone satisfied, that will bring a mass disaster in your life. I have very limited but selected amount of friends. Who cares me, and think alike. I personally like to manage few but in better way.

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bellakristen

12 years ago

Nothing in this world can b compared to friendship.it is a unique relationship.i have loads n loads of friends.but close 2 the heart only 5.during my clg days watever my circumstances may b I'll never miss to speak with them.being a professional now, it' hard to find time for them.but I'm alloting a separate time to spend with them. A human without friend is equal to nothing in this world.

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ivan4443

12 years ago

I was thinking of opening a thread and ask there my question but i will share it here.
So what would you do in my place- I recently moved to a new city where i don't know anyone. I just don't what to do meet new people/friends here.
So what would you do in my place?

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Originally Posted by ivan4443

I was thinking of opening a thread and ask there my question but i will share it here.
So what would you do in my place- I recently moved to a new city where i don't know anyone. I just don't what to do meet new people/friends here.
So what would you do in my place?

Its kind of hard to meet new people without being somewhere. I know since I have moved a lot and lived in different states. Most of the times the people I would meet where at the work place so at my job. People that were into the same thing as me, we ended up being friends.

Read the book How to Make Friends and Influence People.

The internet is another way. I would more so try and meet girls if I were you and threw the girls meet their social circle, that is one good idea. Practice meeting women.

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kayebee

12 years ago

I think it's cool to hang out with people you have an common interest with. There might not be an emotional connection, but not every person you meet you have to connect with on personal level. If you like being around people who like to make money then that's a great foundation to incredible relationships. You become happier being around people that you like and you can always build a deeper relationship down the line. That's the great thing about life, everyone is different and you form an unique connection every time you meet someone.

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maskmirror

12 years ago

I think there's a French saying that states: 'Friends are like the family you get to choose'. I personally don't have a lot of friends, but the ones I have are like family to me.
When it comes to human relationships, I don't care about quantity, but focus on quality. I'm blessed to have a few people who know me intimately and appreciate me for who I am. It's not that they share my IM-mindset, nor would they try to pull me back if I'm successful at something (people that do that I don't consider friends). What my real friends have in common is that they genuinely want what's best for me (and vice versa). As such, they are both cause and part of my success.

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Another thing I find interesting is that i may know a lot of people and have friends but if I'm not the one to initiate the contact I dont think I would ever hear from anyone.

When I reach out they are their but I dont ever get people making an effort to keep in touch with me. Its ok though we are all busy trying to make a life for ourselves.

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lisafeonn

12 years ago

Yes I do have lot of friends, we hang out on weekend, And working hard in weekdays, Keepit simple dudes.

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YoshiYolo

12 years ago

Love <3 that is a gift I want

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minihillier

12 years ago

its better to have one best friend then loads of 'fake' friends

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hireava

12 years ago

I do have a lot of friends but there are friends whom you consider closer to you than others.

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rising_sun

Banned 12 years ago

At first I say congratulation to you brother.I can find my image in your writing.I have all these experienced that you achieved.I realize everything but too late and I have got a lot of painful experience .I back to my life after a lot of struggling against me.Now I pay my full concentration to my laptop,web designing, & programming.Now I feel good ,I am getting inner piece.Thank you for your sharing.

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Catinas87

12 years ago

I have a few friends. but they are great friends. Cant think to live without them.
They make life fun, great, and super

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AllenBrayan

12 years ago

Making friends is not bad at all, just make sure they all have positive attitude towards life.

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Gianni

12 years ago

No reallly,

I do not have enough friends, I am into things people I know are not.
I spend most of the time doing my own thing. Probably I have not connected with the right people.

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LuceMk

12 years ago

will it affect our environment, if you want to make money then join with the people who like to make money. As I enter at WF just to find a new look for cash advance relations, which certainly

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onlinesolutions1985

11 years ago

Sometimes it's a good thing to have fake people in this world. It helps you find out who your real friends are.

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joesfortune

11 years ago

Depends on what you mean by friends. I have a lot of acquaintances. But I count only 4 who I can really call friends. A friend is not someone who shares their time, money, and resources when needed. A friend is someone who shares a part of himself/herself without being asked, expecting nothing in return.

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