Whats the difference between a friendly acquaintance and an actual friend? STRUGGLE. Vulnerability and Struggle. Whomever you have a truly bonded relationship with is someone you have struggled with... or at least expressed the truth of your personal struggles... GOING THROUGH STRUGGLE TOGETHER IS WHAT DEEPENS CONNECTION I try and remember this when I am tempted to shut down, give up and isolate from someone I am struggling with... All struggles are an opportunity TO GO