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A lot of casual friends, or only a few you’re really close with? New research questions that trade‑off

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By Jessica Ayers, Diego Beltrán
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Is there a natural trade-off between quantity and quality when it comes to the friends in your circle? Between family, work, chores and other responsibilities, people often feel left with very little time to connect with friends — let alone to make new ones. With time as a limited resource, people often think they must choose between having a few emotionally close friendships or a lot of friends they’re less invested in.
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Is It Better to Have a Lot of Casual Friends or a Few Close Ones?

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By Jessica Ayers, Diego Beltrán
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Is there a natural trade-off between quantity and quality when it comes to the friends in your circle? Between family, work, chores, and other responsibilities, people often feel left with very little time to connect with friends—let alone to make new ones. With time as a limited resource, people often think they must choose between having a few emotionally close friendships or a lot of friends they’re less invested in.
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A lot of casual friends, or only a few you're really close with? New research questions that trade-off

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By Jessica Ayers, Diego Beltrán
| Lexington Herald-Leader Verified
Friends are essential to a healthy, happy life. Is there a natural trade-off between quantity and quality when it comes to the friends in your circle? Between family, work, chores and other responsibilities, people often feel left with very little time to connect with friends – let alone to make new ones. With time as a limited resource, people often think they must choose between having a few emotionally close friendships or a lot of friends they're less invested in.
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