Video: How to Be a Good Friend, According to 100-Year-Old Women (Watch)

While it might be difficult to concisely define, friendship happens to be one of the few things in life that makes perfect sense — and can help life make way more sense, too. This is because, on some level, we are all searching for the same thing: honest and genuine companionship with loved ones who we trust and feel connected to. And no matter how old you get, friendship will always be important, as the desire to form and maintain fulfilling platonic relationships never really goes away.

Just ask any of the 100-year-old (and some 100-plus-year-old) women Allure sat down with for a very special video celebrating friendship, in which they candidly share their stories of enduring friendships over the years and reflect on the qualities that make a good buddy. For instance, all of them believe that being a good listener and showing understanding, especially in tough situations, is key. "Listen and hear what's important," urges one woman.

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The best kinds of friendships will transcend time, get you through your darkest days, and will be there to lift you up when you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders. (That, and they'll hopefully make you laugh a hell of a lot, too.) Without further ado, allow these wise centenarians, who have been through it all, offer you a reminder of how important friendships are in this life — and to encourage you to cherish the good ones you've got.

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