Romatic Relationships And Friendships

In chapter ten, multiple concepts/theories are mentioned. The two concepts/theories I will be focusing on are, The Nature of Friendship and Pressures on Friendships. The nature of friendship has to do with the fact that unlike any other relationship friendship is voluntary. Also in any friendship, there is “five basic expectations,” (Wood 283). These expectations have to do with what a friend is and what happens between friends. They are the willingness to invest, emotional closeness, acceptance, trust, and support. Another concept/theory is pressures on friendships. When it comes to pressures on friendships, there could be internal or external tensions occurring. Internal tensions include: relational dialectics, diverse communication styles, and sexual attraction. While external tensions include: competing demands, personal changes, and geographic distance.

Bigelow and La Gaipa (1975) observed children’s friendships by asking a number of children to write an essay about their best friend using the approach called “content analysis”. William Corsaro however dictates that in order to study children you must study them in the context of their own peer culture, he used the “ethnographic approach”. In this essay I shall attempt to compare and contrast the approach used by Bigelow and La Gaipa (1975) and that taken by William Corsaro (2006).

The five factors that predict interpersonal relationships are: proximity, familiarity, similarity, physical appearance, and reciprocity. Proximity refers to the geographical location of persons. People are more likely to initiate, engage, or maintain relationships if someone’s geographical location is near or convenient to the person they are to pursue. Relationships, whether romantic or platonic, are not as likely to be initiated if the proximity does not allow individuals to cross paths or maintain a certain level of communication. As well, familiarity plays an important role in the fostering of relationships. People are said to have an increased attraction and fondness for individuals that they see more often than those they do not. In lay terms, similarity can be summed up by saying that people enjoy the presence of those like (or similar) to them. Individuals are more often drawn to and feel less intimidated by others that share their culture and belief systems; thus, are more likely to form relationships with them. Next, is physical attractiveness; which can be defined in two different ways. First off, people tend to believe that beautiful things equal good things and are more likely to seek out relationships with individuals they find beautiful. However, people are also likely to form relationships with people they believe to be on

“That the very reason that you shouldn’t. You have been here before so you might be recognized as being connected to Fisk and folk might clam up about things more. Also if word has gotten back here about Fisk and you were known to be with him the night before he died, you might very well find yourself with a belly full of lead or a rope around your neck and I still need you alive. Let me handle this and Ill meet up with you Ok partner?” Ben said and Jeb know deep down that what he was saying was right. They headed off toward their own tasks, each hoping the other would be safe before they reconnected.

Similarity is the highest factor that influences success in a long-lasting relationship. Similarity involves that people in a relationship have equivalent elements related to interests, attitudes, values, background and / or personality. The most decisive factor of whether we like a person is the degree to which we judge

In order for humanity to exist, people need to interact with others. Though it is not a requirement for one to like his partner, one’s life is easier, finds purpose, and is filled with joy when spent with a true friend. This is not always apparent for it has been said, “the more the merrier” and in this current society, many have accepted this phrase in regards to their friendships. Social media has been used a tool to keep in touch with the multitude of friends one may have but, an excess of friends does not necessarily mean one has true friends. The renowned ancient philosopher, Aristotle, wrote about friendship in books eight and nine in his Nicomachean Ethics.

Have you ever had someone that has been there with for you when you needed the most? Friendship is considered to be one of the most beautiful relationship that one can have. What is a friend? Generally, a friend is one who gives respect and enormous love and would never leave you in time of need. It is the word that is defined in Webster’s Dictionary as, “the state of being friends, or a friendly feeling.” Friends, on the other hand, are defined as people whom one knows well and is fond of and is considered as an ally, supporter, or sympathizer.

“Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together” – Woodrow Wilson. The dictionary definition of a friendship is a relationship between two people who have become friends through mutual interests. However, friendship means so much more than just similar interests. It is a strong bond that had been grown over a period of time that is hard to break.

As I rush to the hospital, l almost crash many times as I am trying to text and drive. I swerve the corner of the parking lot trying to find an empty spot to park. I end up parking in the way back because it’s packed. I park and jump out almost tumbling over on the hot cement. The doors swing wide open as I rush in to the front desk.

A mutual relationship, a win-win relationship. These two relationships are the same thing, just different wording. A mutual relationship can also be displayed as two or more people that have their struggles but decide to help others and try to make another’s life better. However, for this relationship to be considered, “mutual,” all parties must contribute. Take these two boys as an example. Kevin Dillon is a boy that suffers from a type of dwarfism called Miquorio Syndrome. This type of dwarfism is 100% fatal. With Kevin’s appearance, children would often call Kevin, “Freak,” which means that Kevin does not have friends. Alike Kevin, Max also does not have friends. Max Kane is the son of Kenny Kane, a known murderer. Max’s peers have harassed Max not only as a result of the incident but also due to Max has failed the seventh grade. Twice. To put the whipped cream on top of the pie, he is not only harassed by his peers but also by adults. Together, Max and Kevin decide to help each other get through life, and become, “Knights,’ by doing what’s right, and bringing justice to those who have been dishonored. Together, they have a mutual relationship because Kevin helps max with school and is a good friend, Max helps Kevin do good deeds and is a good friend, they help one another get past their limitations, and finally because they work together.

When one watches Spongebob Squarepants, one gets the double deal of Patrick the Star, loyally warbling behind him. When one spies the mysterious Batman, they see the sidekick Robin, diligently copying his every move When one catches the invasive Han Solo, they can’t miss the looming Chewbacca, glaring down at their captors. These unbreakable bonds of fiction have always been the object of envy because they were so wonderfully pure. However, the selfless actions that characterize friendships may be precisely what makes this relationship impossible. In the heart-breaking tale Of Mice And Men, author John Steinbeck follows the treacherous tale of George, a small, clever man, and Lennie, a large, senseless giant with a dream to own a small farm. As they work on the land for money to snatch their place, they are faced with the raptorial nature of society. In this predatory place, old friends are gunned out of their uselessness, wives are callously ignored, and the innocent are driven to do terrible deeds. When Lennie finally does something unforgivable, George can only obey when Curly, the husband of the woman he killed, condemns him to death. Carlson, the owner of the gun that takes down both Candy’s dog and Lennie, represents society’s predatory nature which makes friendship unsustainable, since society does not understand the value of friendship and can only act on what is most efficient.

I was born on September 15, 2001 in Martinez, CA. I have only one other sibling which is my older brother by three years. Both of my parents have been involved in my life since I was born and I can’t think of time they weren’t there for me.

When I was young, I didn’t have many friends. I was not very socially outgoing, but I had three great friends that were bound to me by the virtue of meeting at an early age. While I was not a popular young man; my three friends and I managed to create our own niche .We made our own little group that could become our refuge, our own world where we could be each other’s strength, entertainment, support in school, and eventually life itself. Acquaintances, coworkers and schoolmates came and went, but our friendships remained. Eventually, this came to be the foundation of a belief of mine in life. I would always believe in and gave my loyalty to my friends and was given back faith and enduring companionship. If only I had known that years later I would experience something that would shatter my faith in friendship.

Friendship is the best thing that can happen in life to every one of us. It is wonderful to have a friend with whom you can spend lovely time, go shopping, drink coffee, cry, laugh, share happiness and sorrow. A friend gives a sense of happiness to the joy of belonging, often security. It makes us feel less lonely and more valued. Friendship helps meet the basic need of being human. In my opinion, friendship is based on mutual kindness, sincerity, and trust. It involves the ability to count on someone in any situation.

Friendship plays an incredibly important role in our lives. Friendships provide a sense of belonging and emotional stability (McCornack, pg. 357). Friendship, as defined by McCornack (2016), is a “voluntary interpersonal relationship characterized by intimacy and liking.” Friendship is a key part of life for everyone and no two friendships are alike. Like any interpersonal relationship, all friendships must overcome conflict. Conflicts are created from the use of destructive messages, serial arguments, differences in culture, physical violence, gender differences, and a different understanding in power currencies. With each conflict comes its own set of solutions and ways to change and adapt to ensure a healthy and happy