Astrologer and healer Rinhee Suberwal reflects on the evolving nature of friendship, the depth of emotional bonds, and why family can be your closest circle of friends.
As Friendship Day nears, renowned astrologer and spiritual healer Rinhee Suberwal opens up about the shifting meaning of friendship in today’s world. For her, the concept is both timeless and deeply personal.
“Yes, I do celebrate Friendship Day,” she says with a warm smile. “All my school friends are still in touch, and we’re genuinely proud of each other’s journeys.”
But Suberwal is candid about how the nature of friendships has changed. “What we once had as pure, heartfelt friendships are hard to come by now. These days, many connections feel transactional—more like ‘friends with benefits,’” she reflects. “That deep, unconditional support we once associated with friendship has become rare, though not extinct.”
She emphasizes the resilience of childhood bonds. “Friendships built in childhood and nurtured over the years have a stronger foundation. Unlike connections at work, which may fade with time, early friendships can last a lifetime.”
While she has friends within the entertainment and healing industry, Suberwal feels more connected to those outside of it. “Friends outside the industry understand my struggles on a more human level. Industry folks are often too wrapped up in their own issues to truly connect,” she notes.
Despite the geographical distance—many of her friends live abroad—she maintains her relationships through weekly video calls. “We don’t wait for Friendship Day to show we care. A call, a message, or just checking in is enough to keep the bond strong.”
For Rinhee, the definition of friendship goes far beyond social circles. “I’m very family-oriented. My closest friends are my mother, husband, and children. Friendship doesn’t only exist outside the family—it thrives within it,” she says with quiet conviction.
In a world where connections are increasingly fleeting, Rinhee Suberwal’s perspective is a reminder that true friendship—nurtured, honest, and often found at home—is still worth cherishing.
