How to Know If You Are In a Toxic Friendship and What To Do If You Are
Armen Emurian
MarAll friendships have their ups and downs, but healthy friendships are marked by mutuality. Both friends tend to respect, trust, and support one another; enjoy each other’s company; share similar values; and have each other’s best interests at heart. When they have a conflict or disagreement, they take responsibility for their part in the issue and apologize when an apology is due. A toxic friendship, on the other hand, is typically one-sided and feels confusing, weighty, and draining. There is an imbalance in focus, with one friend acting in good faith while the other one is manipulative, negative, deceitful, and controlling. Who we surround ourselves with is so important because...
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