You want real friends by your side, but sometimes you’re surrounded by fake ones. If you feel something’s off, it doesn’t mean you must cut them off immediately—just know where you stand. Learning to spot a fake friend is essential.
Fake friends don’t accept you as you are, get jealous of your success, and treat you like an emotional punching bag. They call only when they need something, disappear when you need support, and get defensive if you call them out.
