Toxic friendship II

 


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Sorry for the long delay but as promised here's the second part 

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5. THE BAD INFLUENCE


OPERATING MODE: What are you, chicken?

SIGNATURE MOVES: Telling their parents they are spending the night at your house then going to a party instead; cheating on tests; pressuring you to do things that are unsafe, illegal, or just unkind.

WHY IT’S TOXIC: Friends are supposed to bring out the best in us—not the worst. They can help us be more confident by supporting us when we feel nervous or insecure, “but nobody takes care of someone by pushing them to break the law, hurt themselves, or hurt someone else,” says Niobe Way, a professor of developmental psychology at New York University. The pressure may be subtle—maybe you just don’t like the situations you find yourself in when you’re with this friend—but it’s still toxic.

HOW TO DIAGNOSE IT: Ask yourself, “Would I be acting this way if I wasn’t with this person?” If you don’t like the choices you make when you’re together, they might not be that great a friend after all.

6. THE JOKESTER

OPERATING MODE: Meanness disguised as humor 

SIGNATURE MOVES: Calling you by the nickname you hate; sharing an embarrassing photo of you on social media; claiming you’re being “too sensitive” when you get offended by their so-called jokes. 

WHY IT’S TOXIC: A good friend can help us laugh at ourselves. But being funny isn’t a get-out-of-jailfree card for saying mean things, and if a friend truly cares about you, they’ll stop when you say “enough.” “Sometimes, people will make a horrible comment to a friend under the facade of a joke,” But it’s still hurtful.

HOW TO DIAGNOSE IT: Teasing isn’t always toxic, but it’s up to you to decide how much you are comfortable with. If you tell your friend that  something they said crossed a line, they need to respect  your boundaries . . no matter how many lolz they get.


Friendship Bill of Rights


As a friend, you have the right to:


  • Trust your friend wants the best for you.

  • Have other friends 
  • Expect your friend to show up when you have  made plans.

  • Say “no” if you don’t want to do something your friend wants to do.

  • Understand that disagreements are a part of friendship.

  • Assume your friend is honest with you and wants honesty in return.

  • Enjoy spending time with your friend.


7. THE TWO-FACE

OPERATING MODE: Got any good gossip?

SIGNATURE MOVES: Starting sentences with, “Not to be mean, but”; gushing over your mutual friend’s new haircut then making fun of it behind their back; telling you other people’s secrets while insisting you can trust them with yours.

WHY IT’S TOXIC: Gossiping can be hard to resist, but it’s not the basis for a solid friendship. If a friend’s idea of fun is running other people down, odds are, they’re doing it to you too. Good friends are loyal and trustworthy— two words that do not apply to anyone who talks trash about people they claim to like.

HOW TO DIAGNOSE IT: The next time they rag on your mutual friend, say something positive instead or change the subject. If they’re unable to follow you onto the high road, they might be more interested in a gossip-fest than an actual friendship.

Detox Plan

Breaking up with a friend is never easy. But there are ways to fix or remove yourself from a poisonous situation without starting World War III.lol

1. Ask for what you need

Always use “I” statements (“I feel hurt when you make fun of me in public). Focusing on your feelings makes them more likely to see your side and apologize.

2. Take some space

Is your friend really toxic, or did they just do something shady?.....

Are YOU the Toxic Friend?

It takes two to do the toxic tango. Ask yourself these questions to see if you could improve your friendship game.

Do you hate not getting your way?

☐ Yes

☐ No

Is it hard to let your friends share the spotlight?

☐ Yes

☐ No

Do you take more often than you give? 

☐ Yes

☐ No

Have you had friendships end badly in the past?

☐ Yes

☐ No

If you checked yes to at least three, consider the following friendship tips:

1. Friends both lead and follow. You can be assertive but also compromise.

2. A friendship can’t always be about just one person.

3. Equal give and take is the foundation of friendship.

4. You and your friends have certain rights. (FRIENDSHIP BILL OF RIGHTS)

Thanks for reading. 

Ty💜

Your dearest writer and friend ❤




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