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Maintaining Friendships Is Hard—Here’s Why It’s Crucial for Your Well-Being

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between 1985 and 2004. Ties with a close network of people create a safety net,” says Lynn Smith-Lovin, professor of sociology at Duke University and one of the authors of the study. Ties with a close network of people create a safety net.” Put boundaries on your time and make it non-negotiable.