Personal history significantly influences our expectations and behaviors within friendships. Our past experiences with family dynamics, previous relationships, traumas, and upbringing all contribute to how we perceive friendship, trust others, communicate our needs, and handle conflicts. For example, individuals who have experienced betrayal or abandonment in the past may struggle with trust issues in their friendships. Similarly, those who had supportive and healthy relationships growing up may have higher expectations for loyalty and emotional support from their friends. Understanding how personal history shapes our interactions can lead to greater self-awareness and more meaningful connections with others.