Deep friendship isn't a destination—it's an ongoing practice. Like any skill, it improves with intentional effort and conscious refinement.
Key principles for sustainable depth: - Pace vulnerability to relationship readiness - Create contexts that enable authentic sharing - Balance support between both parties - Respect boundaries while pushing edges - Celebrate the courage depth requires
Common depth patterns: - Intellectual connection often precedes emotional - Shared challenges accelerate bonding - Consistency matters more than intensity - Safety must be established before vulnerability - Depth in one area opens doors to others