I've always been one to be very very wary of friends snd the kind of association I keep. While growing up, I met a lot of people and grew amongst students, so it did help me know a lot of things and be prepared for some things too. Even still, it doesn't mean I'm perfect or never got betrayed and all.
When I first entered the higher institution of learning, it's very obvious it's different from all of those learning environments I have had to go through. And you know that as a newly admitted student, a whole lot of thing is possible. One tend to just follow or go with anyone who comes one's way. And friends can either contribute to your growth or be the opposite.
So, as students, it is very important to choose your friends carefully. When choosing your friends, make sure you choose those with value. People that will encourage you to do better and push you to do things that will help you. I've met with people who discuss how they love to skip class, bribe lecturers, travel out of town to party and all of that. You will agree with me that such friends will not in any way push you to do better.
Also, as a student what I try to do is to study/observe people before getting to close to them. The fact that we are win same class, are age mates or attend same fellowship doesn't make them a good person. There are times that when you wait patiently observing, you will see the true colors of people, and be grateful you haven't gotten too attached to them.
Also, it's good to look out for friends who look out for you. It shows they are good people. They check in when you're not available, they remind you of tests, lectures, assignments and all. Friends who are genuinely happy for you when you achieve something or did well, not the ones that get jealous and feel hatred towards you.
So, be the kind of person that can say no when needed. Protect your peace, focus on your goal and don't be so bent on pleasing people. Aside from learning and getting a degree, the school is also a place where we can meet people who can either make or mar one's future. So, choose your friends wisely. And if you want to be like me, categorize your friends. I have those who I refer to as colleagues, I have friends, I have best friends and the likes..... there's the level of attachment and such I give to all depending on our relationships.
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