Some Friendships Are Meant for a Chapter, Not a Lifetime
Psychology Today | 21.06.2026 00:24
I have been thinking recently about the many friendships I have formed through work. Having lived for work in both the United States and the United Kingdom, I am aware that expectations around friendship can vary across cultures. Some cultures place a stronger emphasis on maintaining lifelong social connections, while others may be more accepting of friendships that emerge around particular life circumstances.