My personal realization at this point is that I I'm not looking for more friendship or companionship. I'm pretty busy with my job(s) and with family so cannot socialize and do not feel the need for it. I just tend to be friendly with colleaugues at work, accordingly to their willingness. Also I have no difficulties to befriend people in extra-job activities, if they are willing to socialize friendly. But I cannot give more time to such people than the time strictly necessary to carry out the activity (like now I'm playing in a jazz lab but I have no time to hang out playing outside the lab).
I also like international environments so these fora are pretty much suited to me, cultivating friendship in a spiritual environment and according to time available.
i understand what u mean by time availability. I think the alternative is having partners. Associates if you will. This is more of a relationship by convenience. Based on; You do this for me.... I do this for you. True service though would imply being of spiritual help and support. Other things are passing. Spirituality... true spirituality is lasting.
