Summary
This article explains how to recognize when a friendship is one-sided, meaning one person gives more than they get back. Experts discuss signs like always being the one to reach out, lack of support during tough times, and conversations focusing only on the other person.
Key Facts
- A one-sided friendship often makes you feel like you are giving more than receiving.
- Signs include consistently being the person to reach out and not getting support in tough times.
- Good friendships involve mutual care and should be a balance, not a transaction.
- Conversations that focus only on one person can indicate an imbalance.
- Feeling drained or resentful after spending time together is a warning sign.
- Celebrations like career achievements should be shared and appreciated mutually.
- Changes in effort from a friend could be due to personal challenges they are facing, such as health issues or stress.
