How To Be a True Friend | How To | PragerU Kids

If you want true friends, you need to be a true friend. But what does that mean? Being a true friend isn't just about hanging out on the weekend. Hey, do you want to drink Red Bull and play Battletech until it's physically impossible to keep our eyeballs open? Yeah, that sounds like a great idea. It's about helping your friends succeed and being there when they need you the most. True friendship is rare, but it's one of the greatest joys of life. So today, we give you four tips on how to be a true friend. Number one, be loyal. It's easy to be a friend when it doesn't cost you anything. But a true friend is loyal, even when it isn't popular. Has anyone else noticed how much Peter smells like tuna? He even looks like a tuna. He's like... It's about being there for them no matter what and standing up for them when they're not around. You know, I really don't think he smells like tuna all that much. I'm pretty sure it's that sea bass body spray he got. It also means not talking bad about them yourself. He does kind of look like tuna though. It's very uncanny. If they share a secret with you, don't use it against them and don't spread it with the world. Dude, did you hear about Peter's foot fungus? I went for a sleepover and he took off his socks and I blacked out. It looked like he had extra toes. Being loyal is about looking out for your friend's best interest, even when it isn't easy. And if your lives take you on different paths, stay in touch and continue being supportive. Try to understand and share your friend's feelings. When they're going through a hard time, be there for them. So Rachel ended up dumping me last night. That's a bummer, bro. Weren't you going to a concert next week? Uh, yeah. Can I have her ticket? Don't be insensitive. Be thoughtful and look for ways to help. Sometimes just listening and empathizing means the most. And don't just show up when it's fun. Show up when they need you the most, like when they're moving. I got the dog. Or when they need support at their first karate training. Come on, Peter. He's no match for you. You've got this. Come on. You've got this. Let's go. If they share something personal, don't judge them or cut them off. We all have personal struggles we're not proud of. A true friend is someone that you can be honest with, both in sharing struggles and giving advice. Say what you need to say. Just keep it kind and be respectful. Which brings us to number three. Number three, be respectful. We all know what it's like to have a friend that doesn't respect you. Maybe they violate your personal space. Check this out. 14 Russian monkeys broke out of prison and they're on their way towards us. Oh, that's so monkey business, bro. Or maybe they make jokes at your expense. This guy looks just like a Tudor. Oh, that is so uncanny. Or it could be that they just don't show up when they say they will. Hey, are we still meeting up for lunch at 12? Oh, bro, I am so sorry. I had some stuff come up. Do I hear a plasma pistol? Uh, nope. Definitely not a plasma pistol. Gotta go. Bye. Sorry, kid. They closed at two. You're gonna have to leave. You've probably heard the golden rule a million times. Treat others the way you want to be treated. No matter how annoying it is, it's true. Golden rule? So before you do that annoying thing, stop and ask yourself, is this something I would want my friend to do to me? This one thing will make you the kind of friend people appreciate. Don't take advantage of your friends. Just because you have one friend that's always willing to help doesn't mean that you should always ask them to help. Dude, I have so much homework today. I just don't have time to do it. Would you mind doing some of it for me? I guess so. Thanks, bro. You're a lifesaver. We're watching Fast and Furious 5 through 17 tonight. If you want to come over, it would be awesome. Don't ask your friends to do things for you that you should be doing yourself. Yeah, I'll try, I guess. Especially when it involves cheating or breaking rules. Make sure you're giving in the relationship at least as much as you're taking. It's basic respect. And it keeps your friends from wanting to avoid you. Number four, be generous. A true friend looks for opportunities to give. But maybe you're thinking, how am I supposed to be generous? I've got $7 and 10 pizza rolls to my name. If you're still breathing, there are plenty of ways to be generous. You can give your time. I got the dog. You can give a listening ear. You can give a smile. You can give advice. You could always just burn it and then bury it in a hole. Just hopefully good advice. Everyone wants to have a friend who genuinely cares about them. That's truly the greatest gift you can give. So be a friend who cares. In summary, being a true friend isn't as easy as it sounds. But true friendship is one of the greatest joys of life. So let's recap how to be a true friend. Number one, be loyal. Stick with your friend through thick and thin. Number two, be caring. Be there when they need you the most. Number three, be respectful. Practice the golden rule. And number four, be generous. Look for ways to give. Thank you for watching this how-to video. PragerU, go out there and be a true friend. Because I'm telling you, it's worth it. I might even try it myself. Until then, I'm just going to be lonely and sad. Dude, dude, dude. 14 Russian monkeys broke out of a prison and took a... I've got the net worth of a leafy sea dragon. Did you hear about Peter's brain worm? He was itching all night long. I could not get a wink of sleep.