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Best moments from FRIENDS across 10 seasons

FRIENDS starred Jennifer Aniston (Rachel Green), Courteney Cox (Monica Geller), Lisa Kudrow (Phoebe Buffay), Matt LeBlanc (Joey Tribbiani), the late Matthew Perry (Chandler Bing) and David Schwimmer (Ross Geller). The show aired from September 22, 1994, to May 6, 2004, lasting ten seasons. In the show’s pilot episode, Rachel leaves her fiance at the altar and decides to stay with her high school best friend, Monica, in her New York apartment as her roommate.
Published on Sept 22, 2024 02:00 pm IST

Friendship Day 2024: 10 famous friendships in history that changed the world

From literature genius Mark Twain and Nikola Tesla's friendship to Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton's friendship that was pivotal in granting women's right to vote in US or Franklin D Roosevelt and Winston Churchill's bond during World War II or Microsoft Co-Founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen's friendship that revolutionised the personal computer industry, famous friendships have had profound impacts on history - shaping cultural, political and scientific developments. On the eve of Friendship Day this year, here are some notable examples of friendships that not only shaped the lives of the individuals involved but also had lasting impacts on society, culture, politics, science and technology across the world -
Published on Aug 03, 2024 01:54 pm IST

Friendship Day gift ideas for people on a budget: Scrapbooks, candles and more

Friendship Day is observed in India and some other countries globally, on the first Sunday of August and this year it will fall on August 04, 2024. People celebrate Friendship Day by showering their friends with surprise or meaningful gifts so, if you are looking for some of the best options for friendship day gifts under 3000, you have come to the right place as we got you sorted with how to surprise your best pals under that budget -
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 09:24 pm IST

Hold your friends close: Here’s how they are good for your mental health

Friends are the ones we go to when we are distressed. They help us to have fresh perspectives – this can reduce stress levels and increase happiness.
Published on Jul 01, 2024 06:46 pm IST

Overcoming loneliness in friendships: Here are 5 things you can do

With time and age, friendships can feel strained. This happens due to a range of reasons – however, the feeling of loneliness in friendships can feel very heavy. "Feeling lonely within friendships can happen for many reasons, and it’s not uncommon. Sometimes, the imbalance stems from a lack of shared interests, values, or communication styles. In other cases, it may be a result of changing circumstances, such as one friend experiencing personal growth while the other remains stagnant," wrote Therapist Israa Nasir. Here are a few ways of overcoming loneliness.
Published on Feb 28, 2024 06:00 am IST

5 signs that you are not being a supportive friend

In a friendship, it is important that we have friends whom we can count on. They are our biggest cheerleader and also the shoulder to cry on in difficult times. However, there may be barriers that can stop us from being supportive in modern day friendships. Therapist Divya Robin pointed out five signs that we may not be a supportive friend.
Published on Feb 24, 2024 05:12 pm IST

Things not to accept just because you're friends

Friendship is one of the most beautiful relationships in the world. Just like any other relationship, friendship is also built on the foundation blocks of healthy communication, respect, trust and loyalty. However, often friendship can turn unhealthy with time. " If you find yourself stuck in a consistently negative, unbalanced, or harmful friendship where unacceptable behaviors persist, it's crucial to initiate a conversation with your friend about your concerns," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few things that are unacceptable in friendship.
Published on Dec 02, 2023 01:53 pm IST

Want to help your friend shine? Check 11 tips to be a good wingman or wingwoman

We often find ourselves being a wingman or wingwoman to our friend with star-gazing eyes who does not have a clue whom they gazed yesterday or doesn't know how to approach their crush and so it is our duty as their wingperson to step in, be supportive and help our friend shine. Being a good wingman or wingwoman involves supporting and assisting a friend in their social interactions, especially in the context of dating however, it is important to adapt your approach based on the situation and always prioritise your friend's comfort and preferences. To sort your woes, we rounded up some effective tips to be an effective and supportive wingperson to your friend - 
Published on Dec 02, 2023 07:00 am IST

Normal friendship experiences that should be talked about

Friendship is one of the most beautiful relationships in the world. From bittersweet memories to having a shoulder to cry on, friends form a huge part of our lives. However, a friendship also brings its own experiences. We often talk of the difficulties and challenges of a romantic relationship, but the challenges of a friendship can affect us equally. Here are a few friendship experiences that Psychologist Nicole LePera pointed out.
Published on Sept 02, 2023 01:02 pm IST

Friendship Day 2023: Dreamy hangout spots to treasure with your friends forever

With time speeding by and life moving at breakneck speed, creating memories with friends has become both necessary and challenging. If your plan is also waiting to emerge from your Instagram chat, let's make it a reality this Friendship’s Day. After all, nothing beats a trip devoted to good times, sights, experiences, gossip, late-night discussions and that heart-to-heart conversation. Every friendship bond is unique, as are their ideas of fun. Booking.com has curated a list of varied attractions that will make your buddy feel special. 
Updated on Aug 02, 2023 03:50 pm IST

Ways to resolve fights with friends

Any kind of relationship goes through conflict, but that is not the end of it. we need to often move past the mistakes, own to the faults, and muster courage to reconcile. Here are a few ways to resolve conflict with a friend.
Published on Mar 15, 2023 03:53 pm IST

How healthy friendship looks like: Therapist shares tips

One of the most beautiful relationships to exist in this world is friendship. The epitome of unconditional love, friendship is based on untold promises, secrets, fun, support and a lot of love. In life, we need a few good friends to sail through the bad times with laughter, tears and strength. Good friends form our weakness and our power. Psychologist Nicole LePera noted down how authentic friendship can make us feel better.
Published on Feb 24, 2023 10:45 am IST

Jennifer Aniston spotted in ivory Manish Malhotra lehenga in Murder Mystery 2

The Just Go With It duo, Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler are reuniting with Murder Mystery 2. The trailer of the film was recently released and fans couldn't keep calm after spotting the F.R.I.E.N.D.S star in an ivory lehenga by Indian designer Manish Malhotra. 
Updated on Feb 03, 2023 02:59 pm IST

Friendship Day 2022: 5 ways to apologise to your friend without saying sorry

We all have one friend in our lives that are not expressive. These are the people who have a hard time apologising verbally by saying one of the 'magical' words 'sorry' when they hurt a dear one. It is not the sorry that matters but the realisation that comes after breaking a close one's heart. Sometimes we say sorry but don't really mean it. That is worse than not uttering a word. Here are a few ways to apologise to your friend without saying sorry.
Updated on Aug 07, 2022 08:50 am IST