Quote by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

A friend is one to whom one may pour out all the contents of one's heart, chaff and grain together, knowing that the gentlest of hands will take and sift it, keep what is worth keeping, and with a breath of kindness, blow the rest away.

A friend is one to whom one may pour out all the contents of

Summary

This quote highlights the essence of a true friend. It suggests that a friend is someone with whom you can be completely honest and vulnerable, sharing all aspects of yourself without fear of judgment. A friend possesses the ability to delicately listen and understand your worries, dreams, and thoughts. They are trusted to separate the valuable from the worthless, embrace what is worthwhile, and let go of the unimportant. Ultimately, a friend does this with compassion, using their empathy to uplift and nurture the friendship.

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