It Might Be Time to Walk Away From Friends , Who Use These Toxic Phrases.
Friendship experts Marisa G. Franco
and Danielle Bayard-Jackson say that
these phrases can help you
spot a toxic friendship:.
"You're too sensitive.", This implies that your feelings don't matter and
may indicate that your friend isn't empathetic. .
"Can't you take a joke?", If something hurt your feelings, your friend
should care and find out why, not get defensive.
"You're lucky to have me as a friend.", Actually, you're both lucky to have each other,
and if your friend constantly suggests otherwise,
there may be an imbalance in your relationship.
"I miss the old you.", If your friend doesn't let you be who you are
and change in the ways you need to, they may
not have your best interest at heart. .
"You owe me.", This implies a transactional relationship
rather than a healthy friendship.
"I wonder how you got that promotion.", A friend that questions and tries
to one-up your accomplishments is no friend
at all. They should celebrate your successes.
"I'm sorry you feel that way.", This statement avoids apologizing for
their behavior that made you feel a certain
way, and instead lays blame on you.
"...," aka ghosting you, Studies have shown that being ghosted makes
one hurt, sad, and lowers self-esteem. A friend
should have the decency to explain their actions