- The big shot. This is the person that has an image issue. He wants everyone to think his life is squeaky clean, and his life is perfect. He spends more than he can afford and doesn't save for the future. He drags you out and expects you to match him in the spending arena. And when it's all said and done, you are broke and feeling negative.
- The user. This person takes advantage of your good nature and besides, you always pay the bill. And she gets what she expects. Before you go out with this friend, say, I'd love to go out, but I'm short on cash tonight. You never know, you might get a freebie for once.
- The borrower. This person never has money and is always asking to borrow from you. Everyone gets in a bind once in awhile and might need assistance. But the only thing the borrower seems to be good at is blowing his money...and yours.
- The pressure monger. The pressure monger wants you to do something you don't really want to do. He won't take no for an answer. Not only does this situation usually require your money; it usually benefits the monger.
Picking the right friends is crucial to your well being. Picking a friend is a lot like picking a spouse. She must be compatible to you or you risk battles down the road. Friendship like marriage should be a journey filled with growth and common ground so everyone involved meets with prosperity. It's a positive, spiritual mode of transportation through our world. Anything that generates negativity should be relooked at and removed, otherwise your life will be emotionally unhealthy.
If you have had an experience with a friend, I would love to hear about it and how you handled it. Take Care
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