7 Things Only Fake Friends Do

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The Selfish Nature of Fake Friends

Fake friends are a perplexing breed of individuals. They are manipulative and disingenuous, always focused on what you can do for them while caring less about you as a person. Have you ever wondered if you have a fake friend in your life? Here are seven telltale signs that you might be dealing with a fake friend.

1. Backstabbing Gossip Have you caught this person gossiping about you behind your back, spreading your secrets to anyone who will listen? A true friend would never jeopardize your friendship by stabbing you in the back, but fake friends thrive on spreading rumors and talking trash about you when you're not around.

2. Throwing You Under the Bus When the going gets tough, fake friends are quick to throw you under the bus and pin the blame on you to save their own skin. They don't vouch for you, take your side, or stand up for you when you're being mistreated.

The Art of Exclusion and Self-Absorption

1. Chronic Cancellations Do your friends constantly cancel plans with you, leaving you disappointed and feeling unimportant? It's a painful lesson to learn that you can't rely on them to follow through on their commitments.

2. Exclusion from Group Activities Do you often find yourself excluded from group activities, even after making an effort to include them in your plans? It's a clear sign of a fake friend who conveniently forgets to invite you to things.

3. The Favor-Seeker If a friend only reaches out to ask for favors, it's a red flag. Fake friends have no qualms about ghosting you for weeks, only to resurface when they need something from you.

The Art of Subtle Insults and Self-Centered Conversations

1. Backhanded Compliments Ever received a compliment that left you feeling more insulted than praised? Fake friends are masters of backhanded compliments, subtly putting you down while pretending to offer praise.

2. Self-Centered Conversations Conversations with fake friends often revolve solely around them and their problems. They brush off your thoughts and feelings, displaying a lack of interest in anything that doesn't involve them.

Embracing Honesty and Moving Forward

In any relationship, honesty, trust, care, and mutual respect are essential for it to thrive. However, fake friends lack these fundamental qualities, leaving you feeling undervalued and unappreciated. If anyone in particular comes to mind as you reflect on these signs, it might be time to reevaluate your friendships.

Have you ever found yourself in a fake friendship? We'd love to hear your experiences in the comments below. It's painful to realize that those you considered close friends turned out to be fake, but it's even more detrimental to deny the truth and continue investing in toxic relationships.

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