Trying Not to Care Toxic Friends, Outgrowing Friendships, Letting Go and Making New Friends - ADVICE SESSION #1
Jan 30, 2023
The conversation dives deep into the world of toxic friendships, revealing the importance of recognizing harmful behaviors. Listeners learn about the pain of betrayal and the necessity of setting boundaries for personal growth. The speaker shares personal stories about outgrowing friendships and the challenges of making new connections as adults. Emphasizing authenticity, the dialogue encourages embracing individuality while navigating feelings of loneliness. It's a relatable exploration of friendship dynamics and the power of self-worth.
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Handling Criticism from Friends
- Recognize that romanticizing friendships makes us overlook negative aspects.
- Ask yourself if you'd treat your friend the way they treat you to gauge fairness.
Signs of Toxic Friends
- A major sign of a toxic friend is one who makes you feel bad about yourself.
- True friends offer support and celebrate your accomplishments, not criticize or belittle.
One-Sided Support
- Ashley realized a friend consistently turned her good news into complaints about their own life.
- This highlighted the lack of genuine support and celebration in the friendship.