Signs you’re in a toxic friendship.

Travis C Marley
Sep 5, 2018 · 2 min read

1. They don’t respect boundaries

If you tell them to stop but they keep doing it then you have a problem. Make sure you call them out on It if they ignore you then it’s time to find new friends.

2. They peer pressure you into doing things.

If at any point they offer you stuff you don’t want to do ex. drinking alcohol, smoking etc. but they still pressure you into doing it or at worst black male you then it’s time to let them go.

3. They manipulate you.

If you attempt to leave the “friendship” and they try to make you feel bad like acting depressed or trying to look like they’re crying. Then they’re trying to guilt trip you into still being friends so leave that toxic friend asap.

4. They talk behind your back.

Toxic friends are rarely blunt so they gossip about people behind there back. Obviously, this is a lot more difficult to confirm but they might start gossiping about their friend to you if you catch them doing this don’t be surprised if they start talking about you. you shouldn’t tolerate this kind of behavior.

5. They threaten you.

If you try to leave them and they start to threaten you then leave don’t be phased with what they say because more often then not they’re just bluffing. So don’t be scared to leave.

If you think you’re in a toxic relationship talk to someone whether that be a family member or a teacher. Never tolerate toxicity in your life.

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