Friendship is supposed to feel like oxygen — uplifting, energizing, and effortless. But toxic friends? They feel like someone left the fridge door open in your soul and then ate all your snacks. Slowly. Relentlessly. With a smile.
Here’s how you know when someone isn’t really a friend:
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They only reach out when they need something. If your DMs are a vending machine, you’re dealing with a taker.
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Compliments are rare, criticism constant. Your wins make them uncomfortable instead of happy. Celebrate? Not on their watch.
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Gossip over loyalty. They’ll talk about you… and everyone else… behind your back. No one is safe.
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Boundaries? What boundaries? They ignore them like they’re optional rules in a game you didn’t sign up for.
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Energy vampires. They drain you more than they lift you — leaving you exhausted for nothing.
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Excuses > apologies. Rarely sorry, always explaining.
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Jealousy over support. Your milestones trigger theirs’ insecurities. Your happiness is a threat, not a celebration.
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Your intuition whispers, you should listen. If it feels off, it is off.
True friends lift you up, celebrate your wins, and respect your peace. Toxic ones? They deplete, distract, and test your patience.
Your time, energy, and vibe are non-negotiable. Choosing wisely isn’t selfish — it’s survival. Protect your circle like your sanity depends on it… because it does.
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