We all can often find a way to help Ourselves in general, but friendship is a two way deal and therefore only Half is in our control; the other half belongs to the other, who too needs to connect with the other in areas that truly matters to them. THIS is the joyful thing about friendship as Each enters in the other`s circle with the pure intention of MUTUAL reward; This is why it`s so rewarding.

I`ve been sorta fulltime (I am 80) who spends his time to find such opportunities. All four ones this week did Not work, but I am going tomorrow to two more. What else the recourse! No I have not been lax, but I remind myself: Life can be beautiful when you have (and the other has you), the most equal of ANY relationship.

Yes, we Also maybe with sadness, grow apart when One finds it`s not as nurturing ad u wud like to, you let the other find their `circle`knowing that in friendship Both must find fulfilment.
Good luck friend!