You don't need friends.
You need people
Who will listen to your language,
Who will understand your language,
And will accurately respond to that language.
It's important to have friends.
But what is the point of having many friends
Who will not listen to you,
Who will not understand you,
And who will constantly try to mold you
To fit in their selfish standards.
Finding a better friend is hard work.
Find a friend who will respect your privacy.
Find a friend who will not try to control you.
Find a friend who will genuinely help if need be.
Find a friend who will encourage you to maintain a positive attitude.
A genuine friend is a good listener.
A genuine friend is respectful.
A genuine friend builds up.
A genuine friend allows you to practice your free will.
A genuine friend will walk with you through thick and thin.
