TriVita Health -- Recognizing and Avoiding Toxic Friendships

TriVita Health -- Recognizing and Avoiding Toxic Friendships

They can drain you physically, emotionally and spiritually

Do you have a friend that is always putting you down?  When you spend time with certain friends, do you feel worse about yourself afterward?

You could have a toxic friendship.

What exactly is a “toxic” friendship?  It is one that leaves you feeling drained, stifled and marginalized.  This could be because they constantly put you down or perhaps they always have drama in their lives – which they expect you to listen to.  Those friends rarely offer support and in fact, the relationship is often one-sided, with all the focus on them.

So called “toxic” relationships can do more than make you feel bad.  They can even affect your health, leading to everything from migraines and tension to stomachaches and depression.

How to get out of a toxic relationship
Toxic friendships can become so bad that you start to dread even hearing from the person.  You ignore their phone calls and make up excuses to avoid them.  At this point – and perhaps even earlier – it is time to consider getting out of the relationship.

1. Acknowledge that the relationship is toxic.  Then ask yourself what you did to allow the relationship to reach this point.

2. Talk to a neutral party.  Consult with someone who doesn’t know your toxic friend and explain the situation.  Often, a neutral viewpoint can help us see things that we didn’t before.  They may be able to offer advice on whether the friendship can be healed or if it needs to be ended.

3. Set boundaries.  Make healthy choices when determining what you will and won’t take from someone.  Talk to your toxic friend and let them know your concerns about the relationship.  Also, firmly let them know how things must change.

4. End the relationship.  If you cannot reason with the person, or they continue to act in the same way, you may have to en it.  Although this can be very difficult, ultimately, it can lead to a happier – and healthier – life.

5. Suggest help.  In extreme cases, you may want to suggest that the person get professional help.  Approach this delicate subject carefully, as they may not be open to the suggestion.

Friendships should be about give and take; both parties should have their needs met.  Learn how to recognize friendships so that you can avoid them and have a healthier physical, emotional and spiritual life.

Posted by:
Terry L. Allison, Sr.
TriVita
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