Certain behaviours and factors can indicate whether a friendship is unhealthy for personal growth and happiness. Here are five red flags of a toxic friend to watch out for.
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Does not show up when you need them
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If your friend does not provide you with emotional support during difficult times or is constantly absent, it can be a sign of a lack of empathy and care, which is a red flag in a friendship.
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Enables addiction
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A true friend will help you break free from toxic patterns and harmful habits. However, if they are encouraging your addictions, then you are in the wrong company.
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Makes you feel unheard
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It is important to feel understood and heard in a relationship. If you are constantly being made to feel the opposite, it is a sign of an unhealthy friendship.
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Does not let you shine
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A genuine friend will celebrate your big and small achievements and not steal the limelight. But it is a red flag if a friend occasionally shifts the focus to themselves and steals your moment.
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Only engages in gossip
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A healthy friendship should include deep conversations and the exchange of ideas that contribute to personal growth. If your friend only discusses gossip with you, then it is not adding value to your growth.