Category: Friends
When Neutrality Doesn’t Feel Neutral
A “neutral friend” is someone who may assert that he or she is your friend but avoids taking either side whenever you have some type […]
Friends First: Falling in Love Without Dating
Friends sometimes become friendlier over time, leading to budding romance in some cases, and awkward conversations in others. But as I have previously discussed regarding […]
6 Friendship-Saving Questions |
As a therapist, I often meet with individuals experiencing troubles in friendships. I’m not alone. While friendships have always naturally come to an end at […]
“Bad Blood” With Friends?: A Lesson From Taylor Swift
Have you recently experienced bad blood with friends? It turns out, Taylor Swift can help. Betrayal by trusted others, like friends, can have a deep […]
Friendship Betrayal: Emotional Impacts by People We Trust
Source: Christina Morillo / Pexels At their best, friendships can be wonderful bonds, staving off feelings of loneliness and boredom and fostering a sense of […]
What Your Kid’s Friends Reveal About Them
Elle is a longtime friend whom I’ve known since elementary school. On the surface, Elle seemed like any other girl, making average grades, and blending […]
6 Tips for Coping With a Friendship Breakup
Source: Lightwavemedia/Shutterstock In my last article, I discussed the reasons why friendship breakups can be so difficult. A friendship breakup often results in grief that […]
How to Support a Grieving Friend During the Holidays
Sometimes it is hard to know how to support a friend who is experiencing grief and loss, especially during a time of year that is […]
2 Great Gifts for Friends and Family Without Kids
Source: Kira auf der Heide/Unsplash No matter how old you are or why it is you don’t have kids, the holiday season is a time […]
6 Reasons Friendship Breakups Are So Hard
Source: Antonio Guillem/Shutterstock Contrary to a romantic relationship, a friendship breakup is something you may think will never happen to you until it does. What […]