From the characteristics mentioned in the chapter, identify qualities that you believe are most important for a friend to possess. Is there a characteristic that you consider important that is not mentioned in the text? Do you embody these same qualities? If not, which do you need to practice more?
As you are thinking of your friends’ characteristics, share an example of a relationship in your life that is in the stable stage. Based on the chart on page 210, identify why this relationship is in the stable stage and how this will be maintained over time. Next, share a relationship that is any of the other stage (initiating, exploratory, etc.)
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