This is the title of a recent article in "The Times" prompted by research report
that found that female same-sex friendships are significantly less tolerant,
more volatile, and more likelier to degrade after a single negative incident,
than male same-sex friendships.

Samantha Lyster comments "You regularly spring clean your home, your make-up
bag, even your romantic relationship, but it may be those tried-and-true
friendships with other women that could benefit most from a thorough clear-out."

How do you ensure happy, stress-free and trusted friendships?

The Times have assembled a range of useful expert advice:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/article6708911.ece

What do CHEAL members think of these tips? Do you have any tips of your own to
add?