Passion for Friendship

The author reflects on her passion for friendship and the absence of a vocabulary and social rituals to express the importance of non-romantic love. She explores the concept of friendship, its historical significance, and the lack of academic studies on the subject. She also delves into her own relationship with friendship, discussing her experience of loneliness, overcompensation, and the impact of the pandemic on her friendships. The author emphasizes the need for stability, reciprocity, and attentiveness in true friendships, highlighting the importance of quality over quantity.