Not every friend needs to be your BFF. Dr. Miriam Kirmayer helps explain why weaker ties can help offer strong rewards.

The first step, says Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, a therapist and friendship expert, is to set the stage by knowing the expectations we have for our friendships.

Here, Dr. Miriam Kirmayer shares how to build deeper bonds in your current relationships and start brand new ones that bring meaning, support, and a whole lot of value to your life.