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.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Peter Griffith/ Stone via Getty Images (Peter Griffith/ Stone via Getty Images) As you grow and change, so does your inner circle.

While Rose Day is traditionally associated with romantic love, it has evolved to celebrate all kinds of love—including the irreplaceable bond between best friends. Your best friend is your confidant, ...

There’s nothing like a solid girl gang to make life 10x better. Whether it’s hyping each other up, sending unhinged memes at 2 AM, or just existing in comfortable silence, female friendships hit ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. Friendship is one of the most reliable pathways to happiness.