Honestly, up until this passed week I have really understood why having friends is that important. Not to say I have no friends, but the ones I do have, lack the desire to involve themselves in the more personal or important aspects of my life. As well as avoid delving into theirs. Until recently I hadn't truly recognized what I was missing out on by having nobody I could confide it, and it caused me to realize just how many things happen in my life that I just have nobody to share with. Having a single incident where I was able to speak openly without following the societal script of correctness, and speak honestly with a  classmate allowed me to realize the changes I need to make in my life to allow for more meaningful friendships. Now I really do appreciate the companionship and camaraderie shared among my circle of friends, but without anyone to share the intimate details of my life with in that group i'm constantly left feeling empty and alone.

 

Close friends that you can rely on are a godsend, you can't live without them so once you find them don't you dare turn your back on them OP.

I have like, one good friend like that.  But I feel awful because I feel like I'm such a shit friend.  She says that I'm not, but I dunno..

My friends are incredibly important to me, having someone to confide in and tell your most personal stuff to is such a nice thing, and I'm really glad to have friends I can do that with

It is difficult to confide in people. Friends have always leaned on me and divulged their problems, whereas I rarely ever did the same in return. I tend to be there for people to the point of getting taken advantage of, which is frustrating, but of my own doing.