What are the factor that foster lasting friendship?

Question

What are the factor that foster lasting friendship?

Answer 1

Interests in common, laughter, fun, trust, respect, honesty, 'being there' to support them when things are tough.

Answer 2

Great Question! Re-Edit: In terms of just plain friendship- just sharing common ground (values/sense of humor/shared experiences/honesty- as well as a strong bond). In terms of friendship in a partner-based relationship (I got carried away =P):

When BOTH partners know themselves really well and are honest with themselves. When they are both living TRULY authentic lives.. That's the ONLY way that healthy/positive relationships last! If one or both partners lie to each other or to themselves, they can NEVER truly be happy. The relationship isn't ever-lasting. It's foundation's built on unstable ground.

When people are true to themselves, that's when everything in life just falls into place- in unison. It's just like synchronicity. They just mesh and life happens effortlessly! Whenever people are NOT true to themselves, it's like getting teeth pulled at the dental office. It's painful. Every moment just feels anal.

Answer 3

Compatibility of interests and personalities.

Answer 4

A friend is one who knows us, but loves us anyway.My interpretations of this quote is  , all of us has flaws and imperfections, but a true friend knows you well enough to know what ur imperfections are, but love you regardless , they look pass the negative, and respects you for you that's what fosters a lasting relationship to me.