Hanging out with friends: 6 Things You Should Never Do

Building relationships is a very crucial aspect of our lives whether with family members or friends. There is a point in everyone's life where having friends or forming good relationships with others is needed.

Who is a friend? A friend refers to someone you know and share a bond of mutual affection typically exclusive of sexual or family relations. A person who stands by you in bad and good times, someone who is always ready to listen to you, someone you trust and are willing to share your deepest secrets with.

Friendship isn't only about sharing secrets or being there in times of need, it involves creating memories. Creating memories will depend on the type of activities you both enjoy that's why it is essential to choose friends with similar interests.

6 things you should never do when hanging out with friends

What comes to your mind when a very good friend of yours says do you mind hanging out with me this weekend? First, you are aware of the kind of activity you will engage in and for sure have fun to the fullest. Hanging out also helps strengthen the bond you share and to enjoy each other company.

While preparing to get the best experience ever with your friends, bear in mind that there are things you should never do when hanging out with friends. The following are the top 6 things you should never do when hanging out with friends.

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#1. Never hang out with Friends you are not acquainted with

The first thing you should never do is hang out with friends you ain't familiar with. The truth is some people are fun of following other friends to social gatherings where they have little or no idea of those they are going to meet or the location.

There are many disadvantages to such actions. What if those you are going to meet are involved in some kind of illegal transaction? Many have lost their lives either because they find themselves at the wrong place at the wrong time.

My advice is even if you are that type that loves following friends to meet friends of theirs that ain't friends with you, always try to inform someone of your location. In case anything happens someone at least knows where you were and that can be a starting point.

No one prays for such but it's always good to be cautious.

# 2. Never Drink or Eat Food that was served in Your Absence

The next thing you should never do while hanging out with friends is not to take a close watch on whatever you are consuming.

A bit confusing right? Why on earth will you tell me to pay keen attention to whatever I am consuming when enjoying with friends or a friend I consider to be family or someone I trust so much?

Trust in every relationship is good but do those you trust, trust you as much as you do?  "The heart of man is wicked". There are several reasons why people keep friendships. A friend might be jealous of you but will never air it out.

Many individuals have lost their lives which were taken by their so-called friends whom they trust through poisoning of their food or drink. If you are for instance drinking and you receive a phone call or being pressed and need to be excused, upon return, do not consume what you left.

Many have died through this method. The wise learn from other's mistakes. Though this isn't true in every circumstance it's good to be watchful when hanging out.

Not everyone you call a friend is truly a friend. The street is full of competition and not everyone who says I am happy for you is truly happy. A word for the wise is sufficient.

# 3. Never go out without carrying An Identification Card

The second thing while hanging out with friends you should never do is leave your apartment without a proper check of taking your identification card or passport.

No matter how hasty you may be, never forget this document. Though one doesn't go out to have a bad day shit does happen at times. Something might happen in the vicinity you find yourself and one might be asked to present his/her identification card.

In Cameroon for instance, stepping out without this document, one can be compared to a walking corpse. Hahaha, a bit funny right? Have you ever had something you cherish so much? If yes, then you can imagine how individuals in this country cherish their identification cards aside from other valuable treasures.

To avoid any kind of embarrassment endeavour to always carry your identification card with you. Be it while hanging out with friends or just taking a walk.

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# 4. Never hang out without Holding Extra cash

Not taking extra cash while hanging out with friends is what you should never do. Even if a friend of yours plans the outing and intends to shoulder all of the expenditure, I repeat and insist that no one should ever go hanging out without carrying money.

Imagine sitting in a gathering with friends and you are only a "consumer" without chipping in something. How will others see you?

In every friendship, there is always that one friend that consumes the highest but chips in little or nothing when planning an escape together or just hanging out. Your friends might not tell you the truth but it sucks!

This is especially common with ladies who happen to have male friends. Please endeavour to carry some cash even if he is the sponsor.

# 5. Never get drunk

Another thing you should never do is get tipsy or drunk while hanging out with friends. I believe each and everyone knows their capability when it comes to alcohol consumption.

Some individuals can consume 15 bottles of beer and are still standing. Know what works for you and consume just what is okay.

There is this idea some people have that they don't offer anything else to drink apart from alcohol. Some even insist on you trying something new. Don't try if you aren't comfortable.

# 6. Never get into a fight

Last but not least in this write-up concerning what you should never do while hanging out with friends is engage in a fight.  As earlier mentioned, choose your friends wisely.

There is a saying that "show me your friend and I will tell you who you are". Even if you find yourself among a crew with a touch of fighting, make a difference.  Never get into a fight. Walk away. It is the best form of defence and it shows how responsible you are.

imagine in the course of the fight either you or a friend is injured or happens to lose his\her life. You will live never to forget that incident. So avoid engaging in fights while hanging out.

Concluding Remark

This write-up brings to your awareness what you should never do while hanging out with friends. 

When hanging out with friends be watchful of whatever you are consuming be it food or drink, always carry your identification card no matter your destination, always have extra cash with you, drink just what you will be capable to withstand, and the last but not the least never engage in fights.

The recent trend is friends killing others due to jealousy or whatever might be their reasons. Love all but trust none. Change is constant.

Don't get this wrongly there are still very good friends out there with hearts of gold, some ready to even fight or die for you. Cheers to those lucky enough to have such friends. Cherish them with all you have for it is not easy to come by such nowadays.

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