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Stress and The Importance of Friendship
Social Support Can Help You Manage Stress

It's important to have at least one person you can talk to about your feelings and the things that are going on in your life, someone you can really be yourself with. Also, having a supportive network of people you can rely on for help can reduce the stress you feel and give you resources to handle what comes. Taking the time to nurture relationships and meet new people to grow your circle will pay off in your life.

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