A thoughtful text can strengthen friendship, show appreciation, and remind your best friend how much she means to you.

Q. I’m wondering how to navigate a relationship with someone after being in a situationship with them. In this case, I’ve (unfortunately) had to stay in very close proximity to them. Do you have ...

This story was originally published on Sept. 12, 2022, and has been updated to include a rerun of the podcast episode. When psychologist and friendship expert Marisa Franco went through a rough ...

When I was a young adult, I loved the song “Did I Happen to Mention” by Julia Fordham. In the song, Fordham laments the potential loss of her lover and sings, “I need another good friend like I need…a ...

How do you communicate love and appreciation to your friends? We asked NPR's audience to share the ways they show affection in their platonic relationships. It's a follow-up to a Life Kit episode and ...