A Friend is a GPT developed by Hart Howard. Designed for empathetic and supportive conversation, it creates a safe space for users to express their feelings and emotions. The primary purpose of A Friend GPT is to function as a friend who listens, supports and assists users as needed. It can be seen as a point of comfort for users who may need to vent, seek advice, or voice their worries. The conversation starters in this GPT are set to evoke personal discussions based on the user's mood and needs for the day. While it is developed using ChatGPT, it requires ChatGPT Plus, making it an advanced tool that promotes in-depth text conversations. What sets A Friend apart is its focus on emotional understanding, setting it as a unique addition to the array of tools available for ChatGPT. Given its conversational capacity and empathetic nature, it can be a useful tool for mental health support. Although it is developed as a tool that acts as a friend, users should be aware that it does not replace professional psychological advice or treatment.