How did Philip prove to be a true friend to Timothy

Timothy cares enough about Phillip to teach him to be independent. Timothy knows that he may not always be around to provide for Phillip, and determines to teach him to provide for himself. Comfortable now with his dependency, Phillip resists Timothy's attempts to make him learn survival skills. Phillip prefers to continue relying on Timothy. Timothy refuses to allow Phillip to remain dependent, however. Timothy does not push Phillip beyond his limitations, but gradually teaches him to transcend them. Timothy first insists Phillip learn to weave a sleeping mat for himself. Although Phillip resists this, he eventually does weave the mat and gains confidence from the act. Timothy further encourages him by making him a cane and telling him which areas of the island are safe to explore. Eventually, Phillip becomes so confident he volunteers to climb a tree and pluck coconuts from the top. This marks a turning point for Phillip's independence. From this point on, Timothy is able to teach Phillip all the skills he will need to survive on the island alone.