A true friend is happy with your progress and success. If the friendship is true, then there are no feelings of jealousy A friend doesn't compete with you. That means he or she doesn't feel a need to do better than you. He or she will never laugh when you are down or depressed, but will offer sympathy. If he or she has a criticism or judgment to make, it will be done with a deep affection and consideration for the other's feelings. He or she won't leave you lonely in a trouble, but will provide you with mutual warmth and devotion.