Draggers & Keepers

My buddy Dan filled me in on his theory about relationships the other day. It all comes down to draggers and keepers.

A dragger can be a friend, business partner, potential date.... anyone that you think you have (or used to have) a connection with, but lately maintaining it feels like pulling teeth. We've all dealt with 'em and it's not so fun.

When you reach out, draggers always deflect your invite with some vague rejection. Then, if you finally make plans, they're unreliable. Draggers don't reciprocate but always kinda lead you on. They aren't very Sprezz.

But we need draggers because they're our benchmark for the keepers. Keepers are the ones that you can count on, that make you feel good about yourself, that reach out to you just because...

My roommate and I always joke about how when you're out with a group, certain individuals are "entrees" of the night's hypothetical main course. Their presence MAKES the night and you really want them around.

Then, others are more like "side dishes". These are good natured people that boost the mood... but their absence won't kill ya.

The keepers in your life will let you KNOW that you're an entree. With that said, take a second and think while you're hanging out with your friends this weekend:

... Are you a dragger or a keeper?