When it comes to happiness, our nearest and dearest really matter. I made a research which shows people who have strong relationships with a partner, family or close friends are happier, healthier and live longer. I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let's face it, friends make life a lot more fun. Friends can help each other. A true friend is someone who lets you have total freedom to be yourself - and especially to feel. Whatever you happen to be feeling at the moment is fine with them. Friends show their love in times of trouble