undertake a critical review of the persons that we know and meet, as well as of the values that keep us together.
In practical terms, there is an increase in the sharing of intentions, of activities and
interests with the persons whom we consider worthy of our friendship, while we get rid of or separate from superficial, disappointing,
useless acquaintances. In short: quality over quantity. This is a process that we carry out in a spontaneous way and that can generate an
authentic relief, a sense of liberation and assurance; but also we can be over-zealous, which might lead us to "thin out" our social life
excessively. From our colleagues at work to the members of a charity, cultural or political association, a united and well-founded
participation becomes fundamental for connection, like joint commitment to attain common goals. This might weigh indirectly on our
lightheartedness and warmth which, in any case, a friendship needs. Also the life of a couple may undergo this transit in a depriving way,
not so much from a sentimental point of view as in respect of the leisure time our partner is allowed to have, or at times from an erotic
point of view. For others, friendships or alliances can be established with important, powerful persons, prestigious collaborations at work,