૧૯૫૮ માં પેરાગવે માં ૧૯૩૦ થી હોલમાર્ક કાર્ડસ શરૂ કરનાર ‘જોયસે હાલ’ દ્વારા , “આંતર રાષ્ટ્રીય મૈત્રી દિવસ” ની ઉજવણી નો ખ્યાલ લોકપ્રિય બન્યો . ૧૯૮૮ થી મૈત્રી દૂત તરીકે honey loving tabby 🐻 bear : Winnie The Pooh : ને UN દ્વારા નિયત કરેલ . ૨૦૧૧ ના ૬૫ માં સેશન દરમિયાન ૩૦ જૂલાઈ આંતર રાષ્ટ્રીય મૈત્રી દિવસ તરીકે મુકરર‌ દિવસ ની માન્યતા અને ઉજવણી નક્કી બની . ભારત માં , ઓગસ્ટ મહિનામાં પહેલો રવિવાર “મિત્રતા દિવસ” તરીકે નક્કી થયો . ( National Best Friends Day: June 8. National Boyfriend Day: October 3. National Girlfriends Day: August 1. ) : મિત્રતા , દરેક વ્યક્તિની જિંદગીમાં વિલક્ષણ પણે , જીવન વર્ધક અને પોષક : ખુશાલી લાવનાર નીવડે . સાથ , સંગાથ , ભરોસો અને આનંદ મિત્રતા સાથે , એકસાથે , જીવતરને , અન્યોના ભાવવિશ્વ સાથે જોડે એ , મહામૂલી , દૈવી સોગાત થઈ શકે . હર્ષાતિરેક ભર્યા માનવ સંબંધ , મૈત્રીથી પૂર્ણતા પ્રાપ્ત કરે . વધુમાં , સાહચર્ય ઝંખે , બિરાદરી માં સમાયોગ કરનારુ સ્થાન પણ જુએ . એમાં , રંગભેદ , જાત પાત , ધર્મ ની સીમાઓના અંતરાયો નડે નહીં . કોઈ ને ગાઈડ -ગુરુ મળે , તો સહોદરા અને અદેખવો જોડીદાર પણ કંઈ કમ નથી : મિત્રતાના રૂપ , અનોખા અંદાજમાં , જીવન પર્યંત મળતા રહે . સંપ સુલેહ ભર્યો અંદાજ હોય , મિત્રના બચાવમાં ઉતરી આવી ને બિનશરતી ટેકો કરે . ઉપરાંત સાથ અને સંભાળ ખૂબ જ મૂલ્યવાન હોય મિત્રતા ને કદાપિ ત્યજી દેવી નહીં . આનંદ , ઉલ્લાસ અને પ્રસન્નતા ની “સુંદર યાદગાર” મિત્રતા સાથે મળતી આવી હોય તેને માટે , તમારા ‌મિત્રોનો આભાર ‌માનો અને “હેપ્પી ફ્રેન્ડશીપ ડે” મિત્રતા દિવસ ની “શુભેચ્છાઓ” friendship band કે gift સાથે પાઠવીને વાઇબ્રન્ટ બનો . બે મિત્રો ને માટે ચૂપકીદી , શાંતતા, અનુલ્લેખ , મૌન સુદ્ધાં , સતાવનાર કે અસ્વસ્થ કરનાર ના હોય : કસોટી , પડકાર , આહવાન , હરિફાઈ , તકરાર , સંઘર્ષ દરમિયાન , મિત્ર પાસેથી તમારા માટેનો ઉકેલ ન પણ મળે . પરંતુ , એનો સામનો કરનાર તમે પહેલા નથી અને દુનિયામાં એકમાત્ર પણ નથી . ( મિત્ર તો તમારા તરફે રહે ) : એવી જાણ , સમજ મિત્રતા ને લીધે સ્પષ્ટ થતી આવે . જ્યારે , માની શકાય કે મિત્રતા માનવજીવન માટે આવશ્યક હોવાનું મહત્વ ધરાવે છે : મિત્રતા દિવસ ૨૦૨૧ માટે આભાર માનું છું અને અભિનંદન પાઠવું છું : : : :  making every journey worth remembering to being willing to lend an ear when we need it the most, friends hold a significant place in our lives.  Having a friend by your side can make it simple. Friendship recognises no boundaries and teaches the art of caring and loving to anybody who values this connection, from the young to the old.

Friendship Day acts as a gentle reminder to cherish the connections . Give our friends our sincere gratitude, and let them know how much they mean to us. : 
 
From making every journey worth remembering to being willing to lend an ear when we need it the most,ds hold a significant place in our lives. To honour this bond, India observes Friendship Day on the first Sunday in August each year. This year, it falls on August 3. No matter how challenging a task may appear alone, having a friend by your side can make it simple. Friendship recognises no boundaries and teaches the art of caring and loving to anybody who values this connection, from the young to the old.

Friendship Day acts as a gentle reminder to cherish the connections that, in so many ways, lessens our burden. It’s time to embrace the spirit of friendship, give our friends our sincere gratitude, and let them know how much they mean to us.

Friendship Day History And Significance
The idea of the Day of Friendship gained its origin in the United States in the 1950s by Joyce Hall, founder of Hallmark Cards. The date of the celebration was not specified, but the idea spread across borders almost immediately.

In India, the first Sunday of August became the customary and culturally appropriate date for Friendship Day celebrations. This choice enables people to enjoy the occasion with more leisure and enthusiasm, making it easier for social interactions and festivities.

The International Day of Friendship observed by the UN in 2011 was an exchange of friendship, looking forward to global peace and unity , with greater emphasis on creating a better understanding and cooperation among people of different cultures and communities. It was envisioned to bring about unity among people around the globe, the Indian one focuses on personal relationships and social activities. All these differences notwithstanding, both days remain in place to celebrate the emotion of friendship. :  Some ideas include going to your favourite restaurant for lunch or dinner, sending gifts to friends who live far away, creating a photo collage with them on social media, or watching movies together. You should express your appreciation for your friend in addition to these things. : Many Study has shown that we are suffering through what some have called a “loneliness epidemic”: :

Gallup reports that 1 in 4 adults feels lonely.
From 1990 to 2021, the percentage of adults saying they have a “best friend” dropped from 75% to 59%.
People from the ages of 19-29 report the highest levels of loneliness (27% are “Very lonely”). These numbers decrease as people age. : The Internet killed some old ways of making friends . But technology is also creating new ways to make friends! : In his famous book “Bowling Alone”, Robert Putnam described what he called the collapse of American social capital. For Putnam, the demise of bowling alleys was a warning sign. As a lot of us disconnect from communities, we get lonelier. And that makes it harder to make friends. : : : : : : : : : :  The benefits of online communities is that they are great place.  When we have so many studies showing the harms of social media, it gets easy to blame loneliness on it. In fact, more of our relationships start online. This is true of dating, where the rise of meeting online has skyrocketed. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :  How to make friends : :

Where to make friends as an adult.


1. Find events

Even a small to medium-sized city will have things happening most weekends. And if you live in a big city, there’s ALWAYS stuff going on.

Meetup: A website dedicated to helping people find local events. You’ll find plenty of formal events, but also lots of people looking to connect for things like “Ugly sweater” parties or “board game nights.”
Eventbrite: Another option with lots of local events.
Google: If you Google “conferences” or “events in my town,” you’ll find that any city has tons of stuff happening on the average weekend. Find something that interests you and go! Take a chance . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :  .  

 2. Join stuff

If you aren’t already active in extra curriculars, it’s one of the best ways to make friends. Whether it’s a pickup football game, mountain biking, or scrapbooking, joining things can get you into contact with people you wouldn’t otherwise meet. Find a local club to get involved with and dive in.


*Tip: Remember, it can be intimidating to join new groups where it feels like everyone knows each other and/or knows more about the activity than you do. It’s normal to feel a bit of imposter syndrome at first. Remember that every “insider” was once an “outsider.” 3. Meet your neighbors

The people around you may or may not be the perfect friends. But you should at least figure it out. Things like block parties or community events can be a way to meet the people around you. Talk to your neighbors if you get a chance. You never know what can come of it.


4. Care for others

Whether it’s volunteering at a local nursing home or baking muffins for a neighbor, finding ways to care for others takes the focus off yourself and helps you to form new friendships. It also makes people feel valued and cared for, and does a lot to combat our loneliness–even if it doesn’t lead to lifelong friendships.


5. Volunteer : Volunteering for stuff in your community can be a great way to make new friends. Signing up for a cause you care about is the perfect place to meet like-minded people who are driven by similar ideals and values. Here are a couple ways to get started:


Choose a cause you care about: The majority of non-profits and citizen action groups are always looking for people to help. It could be as easy as dropping an email or phone call to see if there are volunteer opportunities.
Sign up for your kids’ activities: If you are a parent, you will know that there is almost always a need for volunteers for things like school trips, the PTA, or local sports. While it’s a time commitment, signing up for these types of activities can increase your exposure to other parents too! A lot of parents make friends this way. : : : :: : : : :          6. Join an online community

Online communities have made it possible to connect with people from all around the world, over even the most obscure interests.


It might be hard to find people in your small town who care as much as you do about Norwegian death metal or orchid growing, but it’s not hard online. That’s why online communities are so incredible and affirming–you can find people to share almost any interest with!


Online communities are often the answer to the question, “Why can’t I find people who care about the same things I do?”


If you did a quick survey of the staff here at Mighty, you’d find that a lot of us are in online communities! We don’t just run the platform, we know how awesome it can be to connect over a shared interest or journey. 7. Build a community : :

If you can’t find one to join, you could consider starting your own online community! It’s not hard to get started on a community platform, bringing people together around something that you care about.

8. Go further at work

Work is a place to make friends. This doesn’t mean that every workplace needs to be “a family,” but statistics do show that at least 76% of people have a close friend at work.


If you aren’t one of these people yet, look for opportunities to make new connections. In a big workplace, you might find friends on other teams or other parts of the organization.


via GIPHY : : Join committees that give you exposure to other parts of your workplace.
Attend workplace events like talks, parties, etc., with an open mind and don’t be afraid to talk to people!
Find opportunities to work on projects that expand the circle of people you interact with.
Don’t just talk about work. While professionalism is a real thing we need at work, it doesn’t necessarily mean we can’t ever talk about our lives.
“Network” at work. Asking another employee for coffee or lunch can be good for your career, but in some cases it may lead to friendships too! : : : :
9. Say “Yes” more often

When you get invitations, try to say “Yes” more often! If you’re the type of person who turns down a lot of social invites, make this the year you accept them. Who knows what will happen!


10. Try an app

Apps have changed the dating world with their “swipe left” and “swipe right.” But they’ve also changed the way we make friends.


This includes a few apps that are specifically designed to help people meet their new besties. If you’ve never tried one, one of these apps might be a good place to start.


Bumble launched a new focus–”Bumble for Friends.”
Hey Vina! – “Tinder for (Girl) Friends”:
NextDoor – An app for all things local, including making friends!Quick tips for making new friends : :
11. Get religion : :

In the past, a lot of friendships were formed around religious or ethnic community hubs, like churches, mosques, and synagogues. If this is a part of your identity, maybe it’s time to reconnect with a community space like this. These types of organizations often make it easier to connect
Quick tips for making new friends : : : : : : : : Ask questions: Don’t make it all about you. People love to talk about themselves. Make sure to ask questions and learn about people when you meet them.
Practice active listening: Nodding and asking follow-up questions can help people feel heard.
Start conversations with easy things: It’s not scary to ask questions like “Where do you work?” or “Where are you from?”
But get personal: Real friendships aren’t born of small talk. Real friendships require vulnerability, sharing your thoughts, hopes, and dreams.
Push through the awkward: A first conversation can be awkward, for you and for the person. Push through it! You can even name it (e.g. saying “Well, this is awkward,” with a laugh).
Face rejection head on: Asking someone for coffee or a number might lead to rejection. And it stings for a minute. But in the grand scheme of things, it doesn’t matter. If one connection doesn’t work, get back up and try again!
Make a plan: It’s easy and non-commital to say “we should hang out sometime.” But if you want to make real friends, try saying things like “Want to meet for coffee next week at X place?”
Follow up: Just like a job interview, follow up on new friendships too! After you meet someone, you can text them and say, “It was so great meeting you! I’m excited to grab coffee.”
Follow through: If you say you’re going to text or call or show up, do it! Keep your word and show that you’re trustworthy.
Build groups: Some of these things can feel awkward 1:1. So why not make it a group? Invite other people into your conversation. Instead of trying to hang out 1:1 with someone, try creating group activities. For example, invite a group of people together for coffee or an activity. Making it a group thing takes pressure off an individual and makes it easier to say yes.
Connect online: By exchanging social profiles (e.g. LinkedIn, Insta), you can keep in touch with them and learn more about them.
Don’t be afraid to move on: It sounds harsh, but it’s true. Not every potential friendship will work. Acknowledge to yourself if a friendship isn’t working and move on. There are lots of great people in the world. Maybe you just haven’t met your best friends yet.
Remember that others are lonely too: If you’re feeling lonely, you’re not alone. We quoted the stats on loneliness above. Others are feeling lonely too. By making a new friend, you just might be curing someone else’s loneliness! : : : : : : : : : :  : : ; : : ; : : : : : : : : How to make better friendships (5 foundational things)

Understand yourself : For example,


If you were bullied as a child, it can be harder to trust adult friendships. Studies have shown that bullying victims carry the scars into adulthood, and have higher rates of social anxiety and are less likely to trust friendships.
If you had damaged attachment styles from your family of origin, it can be hard to form adult friendships. For example, people with anxious-preoccupied attachment might fear abandonment or constantly look for reassurance. Avoidant people might struggle with intimacy and maintain emotional distance. ( Know more about attachment theory here).
Past betrayals by friends can make it harder to form new friendships. If you’re scared of getting hurt again, it can be hard to trust.

These types of psychological wounds from past relationships can make it harder to form new friendships. If you have access to mental health support (e.g. a therapist) : :

Know who you are and what you need :

As you look at forming new friendships, it’s really important to understand who you are and what you need.


Are you introverted or extroverted?  : : : : : If you get energy from going out to clubs, finding a friend who gets energy from being home alone every Friday might not be the best fit.
What are your boundaries and deal breakers?  : : People who struggle with boundaries can end up forming unhealthy friendships.

Knowing how to form friendships really starts with knowing what you actually need from friendships. Not every person wants the same thing.


Love yourself : : This might sound a bit woo woo, but self esteem is an important part of forming friendships. If you struggle to love yourself, you can struggle to make friends–or not trust it when you do form friendships.


Try to appreciate the great things about YOU. Some people find that positive affirmations can help with this, or a gratitude journal. As you grow your ability to love yourself, you’ll find your ability to accept love grows. : : Don’t be something you’re not

As a follow up to loving yourself, be yourself! Some people try to make friends by shape-shifting into someone they’re not, pretending to like things they don’t.

While it’s important to be open to new interests and experiences that surprise you, it’s also important to acknowledge who you really are. And trust that you will find friends who like you for who you are. : : : : Find the right people (you don’t need everyone)

Let’s take a friendship analogy from sales. A good sales person isn’t trying to convince every person they meet to buy their thing. A good sales person tries to sift through the many people they meet to find the few qualified buyers. Instead of convincing everyone to buy, they try to find the right people to buy.

The average person knows about , and will meet 80,000 people in their lifetime. You don’t need all 800 people to be your friends. And you don’t need to spend a ton of time convincing people to be your friends who won’t be (or convincing yourself to like the people you don’t like).

There are a lot of people out there. Keep looking and meeting people. : : : : : : : : : : :

: : : : : : :  Quotes On Friendship Day : : : : : : : 1) It is the hardest thing in the world to explain . It is not something you learn in the school . But , if you have not learned the meaning of friendship ; you really have not learned anything . ( Muhammad Ali ) : 2). Good friends , good books and a sleepy conscience : This is the ideal life. ( Mark Twain ) 3). It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can afford to be stupid with them . ( RW Emerson ) 3). Don’t walk in front of me…I may not follow . Don’t walk behind me … I may not lead . Walk beside me … Just be my friend . (Albert Camus ) 4). I would rather walk with a friend in the dark , than alone in the light . ( Hellen Keller ). 5) If you have two friends in your lifetime , you are lucky . If you have one good friend , you are more than lucky . ( SE Hinton ). 6) The best mirror is an old friend . ( George Herbert ) Friends are like stars , you may not notice them , but they are always watching you . Gain the trust and try never to lose it . Today is the second Friendship Day amid Corona Viruses Pandemic . Best , just to stay at home and share its happiness , virtually to avoid any mishaps of the pandemic . You can say :” Thank you , dear friend , for being a 🌈 rainbow 🌈 and adding colours to my life “. Take Care And Stay Safe❤️😘❤️😘❤️😘😘 ❤️❤️. Thoughts and Feelings Presented by V Jayaraj Pune : Friendship Day 1 August 2021 : : : : મિત્રતા દિવસ નું “તારિખયુ” ‌‌૨૦૨૧ : ઓગસ્ટ ૧ ; ૨૦૨૨ : ઓગસ્ટ ૭ ; ૨૦૨૩ : ઓગસ્ટ ૬ ; ૨૦૨૪ : ઓગસ્ટ ૩ ; ૨૦૨૫ : ઓગસ્ટ ૩ ૨૦૨૬ : ઓગસ્ટ ૨ ; ૨૦૨૭ : ઓગસ્ટ ૧ ; ૨૦૨૮ : ઓગસ્ટ ‌૬ ; ૨૦૨૯ : ઓગસ્ટ ‌૫ ; ૨૦૩૦ : ઓગસ્ટ ૪