“ Friendship- my definition- is built on two things. Respect and trust. Both elements have to be there. And it has to be mutual. You can have respect for someone, but if you don't have trust, the friendship will crumble. ”
Source: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Categories: Friendship Trust
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