Spirit of unconditional friendship can be fostered and nurtured for personal. social and spiritual well being

 In many Eastern cultures, Bhava or Bhavana is seen as an inner feeling that deserves reflection and meditation to promote selfless actions.

In Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism, the feeling of selfless friendship, known as Maitri Bhava or Sakha Bhava, is appreciated as a spiritual quality characterized by kindness, caring, and goodwill.

Thus, the spirit of friendship can be developed, nurtured, and encouraged, which is beneficial. Having a close circle of friends is important for both social and personal well-being, as people tend to share more with friends than with anyone else.

Reports indicate that many young individuals take their own lives due to a lack of friends to confide in, resulting in insufficient social support.

HAIKU

Feeling of friendship -

Social support of well being -

Acceptance of being

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True friendship allows

To be, respect differences

To find life’s meaning 

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Spirit of friendship

Creates solidarity, amity

That's 'maitri bhava'

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Imbibe friendship sense

To engages others as an equal,

As bosom buddies

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To endure friendship

Foster, thrive maitri bhava

To respect, value life