Light Yagami's interactions with his family and friends play a crucial role in shaping his motivations and decisions throughout the series "Death Note." His relationship with his family, especially his father, influences his sense of justice and duty, as he initially uses the Death Note to try and rid the world of criminals to honor his father's work as a police officer. His interactions with friends like Ryuk and his rival L also challenge his beliefs and push him to rethink his actions, leading to pivotal moments in the story. Overall, these relationships provide insight into Light's character development and the internal conflicts that drive his decisions.