Ways BFF relationships have changed
Nostalgic Times
Looking back on the ’70s and ’80s, life felt slower and friendships richer.
“Many remember riding bikes until sundown, hearing a parent call from the porch,
and feeling like the world was both big and familiar.”
These decades carried a simplicity and authenticity that feels rare today.
Slower Connections
Relationships relied on presence. People spoke face-to-face, wrote letters,
and used landlines. “Words mattered because speaking longer truly cost more,
” fostering deeper, intentional connections.
Communication Styles
Before smartphones, staying in touch took effort.
Long-distance calls were limited, and every conversation counted.
Today, messages are instant, but “many feel more disconnected than ever,
” missing tone and nuance.
Dating Norms
Dating required confidence and in-person effort,
with sharing a phone number being meaningful.
Modern apps make meeting easier but building trust harder, often replacing conversation with swipes.
