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You ever sit with someone, no words, no pressure, just being—and it’s not awkward? That’s the real deal. True friendship isn’t about filling the air with noise; it’s about sharing a silence that feels full.
How many people can you actually do that with? Most of the time, silence with others is an itchy, fidgety thing. You’re scrambling for a topic, throwing out half-baked thoughts just to avoid the dreaded void. But with a real friend? That silence isn’t empty; it’s marinated in years of shared jokes, inside references, and that unspoken “I get you” energy.
It’s like jazz—what’s left unsaid is just as important as the notes played. You don’t need a script, a buffer, or a distraction. You can sit there, scrolling on your phone, staring at the ceiling, or just existing in each other’s orbit, and it feels right.
So, if you’ve got someone you can be completely silent with—without that itchy, restless need to fill the space—congrats, you’ve hit friendship gold. Keep ‘em close. That kind of comfort is rare, and trust me, not everyone earns a front-row seat to your quiet.
Your Challenge
Find someone you’re close to and share a moment of intentional silence. No phones, no distractions—just sit together in the same space without forcing conversation. See how it feels. Is it comfortable? Awkward? Do you feel the need to break it?
If it’s easy, congrats—you’ve got a real one. If it’s tough, ask yourself why. Are you filling space out of habit or fear? Does silence feel like distance instead of connection?
Bonus challenge: If you do feel the urge to speak, hold back for a few extra seconds and see if the silence settles naturally. You might be surprised at what you notice when words aren’t in the way.
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