You don't have to live in the same town or — or even the same country — as your best friend to maintain a strong friendship. Even so, it can be challenging to live far away from your favorite people.

Love can come in many forms, whether it be romantic, platonic or a combination of both. Strong friendships sit at the top of that pyramid, often acting as a safe space where we can be who we truly are ...

Let’s admit that friendship is among the most cherished and meaningful aspects of human connection. Unlike family, which we are born into, friends are chosen, often becoming the family we build along ...