There’s a lot of things I wish my parents taught me when I was younger But I wish they taught me the importance of cultivating deep and meaningful relationships with many people That one person cannot fulfill all your needs And so each person can meet different ones Each relationship can provide you insight on yourself Each relationship is a window into the portal of your own soul It is a different world where you meet and engage with the beautiful complexities of another person’s mystery as well as your own Getting to know another person is also a chance or opportunity to get to know yourself There are many different levels of friendships Ranging from superficial and light to emotionally gripping and deep Each serve their own purpose in your life Do not belittle or praise one more than the other