I realized the other day that I haven't had a best friend in a long time.

Don't get me wrong, I have several close friends and hanging out with them brings me joy, but I don't interact with anyone to the point where I think they'd call me a "best" friend.

(I know opinions might vary, but I kind of think "best" friend status would need to be a mutual decision.)

And this is OK. I don't /need/ a best friend.

I have several close friends, and I am better for knowing each of them.