I have 3 general rules when it comes to having any kind of relationship with people, ranging from casual acquaintances to friendship to friends so close they are considered family.
#1. Do not lie to me. If you lie to me, not only will I question everything that you have told me in the past. But I will always question everything you tell me in the present. There is never a reason to lie. People may not always like the truth, but at least they will always know where you stand.
#2. Don't say stuff about me to other people that you wouldn't tell me personally. If you can't say the things that you're telling other people to me, either it's untru