Why do friends know your story?

Because they care. They take an interest in your life. When you're excited to share something good that happened, they listen. So over time, they come to know all your best stories.

Not necessarily. Unless there's some specific feature or indication that tells them, they probably wouldn't know for sure. It's not like there's a direct notification sent to them every time someone watches their story.

Well, not always. Sometimes we might have parts of our lives that we keep private even from our best friends. Maybe it's a story from our past that we're not ready to share yet. However, in general, good friends usually know a great deal of our best stories because they are close to us.

Be open and honest. Just tell them directly about your experiences and feelings.

Generally, no. Most social media apps don't have a built - in feature to inform the person whose story you've screenshot that you've done so. This is to respect the privacy of the user who is taking the screenshot. For example, on Facebook, when you screenshot a story, the person who posted it has no way of knowing. But always be aware that the app's policies could change over time.

Yes. My friend was anxious about a first date. He dressed up really formally, like he was going to a business meeting. When he saw his date in casual clothes, he felt so out of place. He then tripped on a curb while trying to play it cool, which was really funny.

Knowing my life story is important as it can build a deeper connection between us. For instance, if you know about my struggles and how I overcame them, you can better empathize with me. Also, it can give you an idea of my motivations and what drives me in different situations. It's like getting to know the roots of a person, which in turn helps in predicting how I might react to various things in the future.

It gives you context. For instance, if you know the story of how your ancestors came to live in a certain place, it can make you feel more connected to that location. Also, understanding your back story can help you make better decisions in the present. You can learn from past mistakes and successes.

In most cases, it's not straightforward to know if non-friends viewed your story. Platforms usually don't provide this specific information directly to users.

One benefit is that they can provide great emotional support. When they know your best stories, they understand your journey and can relate to your experiences. For example, if you had a difficult time in the past and overcame it, they can remind you of your strength during current tough times.