The Kind of Friend Who Calms Your Soul

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Have you ever had one of those deep, heartfelt conversations with someone you treasure the most? The kind of friend with whom you can be your truest self—no masks, no filters. Someone who listens, really listens, even when you’re repeating the same worries for the third time that week. Someone who’s there for you, not just when life is good, but when everything feels like it’s falling apart.

It’s that one friend who never makes you feel like a burden. Who hears you out no matter how many times you circle back to the same fear, the same doubt. Their presence is like a gentle whisper to your restless heart—calming, grounding, healing.

And what’s magical is, you probably never imagined they would take such a special place in your life. But they did. Somehow, they found their way in—and stayed. They’ve held your hand in silence when words weren’t enough, and showed you the way when you couldn’t see it yourself.

Keep that friend close. Because the space they’ve built in your heart is irreplaceable.
Have you felt that warmth—where just hearing their voice makes everything feel a little lighter? Where their smile becomes your comfort on the toughest days?

I’m lucky enough to have a friend like that, and she’s Shermi.
She listens to my ramblings, over and over, without judgment or complaint. She’s there when I don’t even have the words to explain what’s wrong—because somehow, she just knows.

She is the one I remember when life feels off, when sadness creeps in, or when I simply need a moment of peace. Her voice calms me. Her smile heals me. She is one of a kind—and I treasure her with all my heart.

Do you have someone who calms your soul like that?
Someone who made an ordinary friendship extraordinary?

Share your soul.
Tag that person, drop a memory, and let them know what they mean to you. Some bonds are worth celebrating—again and again.

Soul Notes By Saku

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45 responses to “The Kind of Friend Who Calms Your Soul”

  1. JAM avatar

    These are the ones you treasure because not only are they are rare but they are a gift, soulmates friends. Well penned and wonderful post Saku Love and light to you

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you, JAM, for your beautiful words. Yes, soulmate friends truly are rare gifts—and I’m beyond grateful for their presence. Your support means so much to me..

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      1. JAM avatar

        You are most deservedly welcome Saku, Your support as well means alot to me also.

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  2. Hindsight: My Journey avatar

    I’m lucky enough to have 2 of them. Love this.

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      That’s truly beautiful! Having even one friend to calm your soul is a blessing—and having two is a rare gift. Cherish them always.
      Thank you for sharing that with me!

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  3. sibongilecharitysehlake avatar

    Beautiful

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thankyou!!!

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  4. Restored Heart avatar

    God has blessed me with a few for different seasons and times. For that I am so grateful…💞

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      It’s truly a blessing to have more than one friend who calms your soul… Treasure them!!! ❤️

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      1. Restored Heart avatar

        Indeed!

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  5. Sanjay Ranout avatar

    That’s great

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  6. soulnotesbysaku avatar

    Thank you for the lovely comment, Sanjay!

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  7. Tate Basildon avatar

    Absolutely beautiful post. I recently lost a friend like that to cancer, and let me tell you—those kinds of friendships are irreplaceable. Your words brought back a flood of memories and a lump to my throat. Cherish your people. You never know when life decides it’s time to say goodbye.

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you so much for sharing something so deeply personal. I’m truly sorry for your loss and friends like that leave a lasting imprint on our hearts. You’re right.
      Those connections are rare and precious. Let’s keep cherishing the ones we hold dear.

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  8. majellalaws avatar

    Friends who are treasures, irreplaceable💜

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for the Comment! True, Should treasure these kind of friends!

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  9. A Seeker avatar

    Well- written article

    Liked by 4 people

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you, Shashank!

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  10. Darth Jim avatar

    I have a friend who has always been “there” for me since 1984. We still talk, share, and help each other evolve into better people. It’s a genuine gift to have someone like that.

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      That sounds like the kind of soul calming friendship I wrote about… constant and deeply rare. How wonderful that you’ve had such a gift in your life. Thank you for sharing your story, Jim. It truly warms the heart.

      Like

  11. pk 🌎 avatar

    Beautiful 💞

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you, pk.

      Like

  12. Art Hernandez avatar

    My wife 🙂

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      How beautiful to have your wife as your best friend and your soul’s safe place. That’s something truly rare and precious.
      You’re deeply BLESSED…

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      1. Art Hernandez avatar

        Thank you. I am very blessed. 🙂

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      2. soulnotesbysaku avatar

        Yes, indeed!

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  13. wildmountainthyme avatar

    Love this!

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for your lovely comment!!!

      Like

  14. pk 🌎 avatar

    Beautiful ❤️

    Liked by 2 people

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you, pk 🌎

      Liked by 1 person

  15. K. Ravindre avatar

    Deep expression

    Liked by 1 person

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for your heartfelt comment!

      Like

  16. soulnotesbysaku avatar

    Done. Subscribed! 😊

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  17. Chaya Sheela avatar

    I love this write up!
    These lines resonate with me,” She is one of a kind—and I treasure her with all my heart.”
    Love

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thanks for your lovely comment, Chaya!

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      1. Chaya Sheela avatar

        You are welcome.

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  18. daisy avatar

    Beautiful post😊😊

    Liked by 1 person

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you, Daisy!

      Like

  19. Truessenz avatar

    Such a beautiful insight into a rare treasure you are blessed with, thank you for sharing 🙏🏽🧡

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    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for the lovely comment! 😍

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  20. pk world 🌎 avatar

    Beautiful post 💜

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  21. letsgetitoutfront avatar

    Beautiful! Thank you for the many likes.

    Liked by 2 people

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for the comment!

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  22. Capital Femme avatar

    This is lovely 💖

    Liked by 3 people

    1. soulnotesbysaku avatar

      Thank you for the Lovely comment!

      Like

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