Seven Thought Provoking, Heart Touching Quotes About Friendship

Can you imagine navigating the ups and downs of life alone? I know I can’t! Thankfully, we don’t have to. In this post, I’ve curated some intriguing, ‘I never thought of it that way,‘ heart-touching quotes about friendship to get you thinking.

Inspired by experts, these words examine relationships and connections in new ways. They also provide inspiring roadmaps for strengthening and deepening friendships you already have.

You may prefer poignant insights or thoughtful, elaborate reflections. Either way, these wise words reveal the significance of camaraderie and broaden your perspective.

Let’s take a look:

“Experiences become more meaningful when shared with others.”

― Amir Levine, Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find—and Keep—Love

I consider myself an extroverted introvert. However, I’ve had deeply meaningful experiences while traveling alone or sitting quietly on a park bench reading.

Still, I can appreciate what Levine is saying here. Sharing an experience with others adds another dimension of meaning. It might be the joy of feeling part of something bigger than ourselves. Or it could be gratitude for knowing on some level how lucky you are to be in that moment with others.

Many heart-touching quotes about friendship exist. They capture the essence of this special bond. One of my favorites comes from the philosopher Aristotle. He once said, “Friendship is a single soul in two bodies.” There is something amazing about this idea. We can find someone we connect with so deeply that we become a part of each other in some small way.

Sharing experiences multiplies our chance of feeling that closeness we seek.

“I’m perfectly willing to be perfectly human.”

― Donald Miller, Scary Close: Dropping the Act and Finding True Intimacy

Do you know that feeling when you’re in the company of someone who willingly shares and reveals their foibles? It’s so refreshing! They’re letting you in by relaxing and letting their walls down.

We know this, but we don’t want to go there. It’s so easy and comfortable to put up a wall.

Being human means being okay with not having it all figured out. It means embracing our imperfections while being willing to learn from our mistakes. And the best part is that we don’t have to go through it alone.

The more authentic someone is, the more attractive they become. That could be because their ‘humanness‘ makes it okay for others to share their own ‘humanness,‘ too. And when that happens, we can connect on a more comfortable and fundamental level.

A healthy dose of self-esteem makes you to be a better friend.

“I DON’T KNOW WHY IT IS, EXACTLY, BUT THE PEOPLE with the healthiest self-esteem are also the greatest at intimacy. I’m not talking about arrogant people. I’m talking about people who know they are both good and bad yet believe at the deepest level they are really good for people. It’s a beautiful moment when somebody wakes up to this reality when they realize God created them so other people could enjoy them, not just endure them.”

― Donald Miller, Scary Close: Dropping the Act and Acquiring a Taste for True Intimacy

Many say those with the best self-esteem are also the best at intimacy. But have you ever stopped to wonder why? It could be because when we love and accept ourselves, we can genuinely love and accept others.

When I think of someone possessing self-esteem, I see them as not needing a crutch. They aren’t only looking to feel better about themselves in your company. Instead, they validate themselves, allowing them to relax and enjoy the moment with you.

Lack of self-esteem manifests in many ways, including competitive energy, jealousy, and arrogance. These experiences are not very fun.

So, to deepen your existing friendships, work on your self-esteem. And as Miller says above, always acknowledge the value you bring to any situation. Your presence is to be enjoyed and appreciated by those around you.

“Everyone’s always going through something, aren’t they? That’s life. It’s just more and more things to go through.”

― Sally Rooney, Conversations with Friends

Life has a funny way of ensuring you’re always going through something. It could be a tough breakup, a challenging job interview, or just getting through a Monday. There always seems to be a new challenge.

They remind us that we’re not in this alone and that we’ll always have someone in our corner no matter what life throws our way.

We journey through the hills and the valleys together. And that’s living a well-rounded life – full of everything! I’m not talking about the outward changes happening all the time. I mean the innermost challenges we continually face.

Greater intimacy includes embracing all of it together. Not just the parties and celebrations but also the willingness to share the deeper level of what’s happening inside.

“The magic of the best of relationships is the mess.” (My favorite heart-touching quote about friendship)

“We’ve replaced intrusive, real conversations with small talk, and we’ve substituted soul-baring, deep, connected living with texts and a night out together occasionally because the superficial stuff seems more manageable and less risky. But let’s face it: life is messy whether we live lonely or deeply connected. The magic of the best relationships is the mess, the sitting-together-on-the-floors-of-bathrooms, hugging-and-sobbing mess.”

― Jennie Allen, Find Your People: Building Deep Community in a Lonely World

It’s sitting together on bathroom floors, sharing a moment of vulnerability with a true friend that binds us closely.
It’s just a part of the ride we’re all on together.

Let your friends know how much they mean to you. And tell them often.

“Langan adds that being transparent also means opening up about how important someone is to you as a friend—making sure you tell them that you value their presence in your life. Don’t just occasionally think of your friend fondly. Tell them that your life would lose meaning if they disappeared from it. Tell them you love them. Tell them exactly why you want to keep this friendship and make it last long.”

― Aminatou Sow, Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close

Do you ever have those moments when you’re just grateful for the people in your life? I know I do.

There are so many ways to say it.

“You make me laugh until my sides hurt, you’re there to pick me up when I’m feeling down, and you always know exactly what to say when I need it most.” One of my favorite quotes is heart-touching. It’s about friendship. It reads, ‘Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together.‘ And it’s true because things wouldn’t be the same without you.

I love you, my dear friend, and thank you for always being there for me. I hope you know that you mean the world to me.”

“Big Friendship can relieve feeling seen without explaining yourself in too many words.”

“Big Friendship can hold you when you’re worried that everything else is falling apart. It can be a validation space when you feel alone in the world. It can relieve feeling seen without having to explain yourself in too many words. And it offers the security of knowing that you won’t have to go through life’s inevitable challenges alone.”

― Aminatou Sow, Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close

This is such a heart-touching quote about friendship. It describes how we all have moments of feeling alone in the world.  It can be a dark and lonely place. The cure for this feeling is a moment of connection with your trusted friend.

The comfort of having the support of people in your life who will lift you when you need it most can’t be overstated. With effort and care, your connection will only grow and deepen over time.

When I think of enduring support, I picture invisible ties. These ties come together to form a network you can take wherever you go. because, on some level, we are all connected and always connected.

Wrapping it up:

I hope these several heart-touching quotes about friendship have opened your mind.

These words can only begin to give a glimmer of understanding. They show the depths of true, lasting friendships. We hope they inspire you to tell your friends you appreciate them.

We’re here to grow together! By sharing experiences, we can improve our relationships, deepen self-esteem, and see our common ground. We must be willing to get messy and honor our friendships with gratitude.

Do you know someone who needs to hear this? Please send it to them today!

(This story was originally published on July 13, 2023, and has been updated for improved thoroughness and clarity.)