296: Are You In an Emotionally Toxic Friendship?

Friendships are a beautiful gift from God, but have you ever experienced a toxic friendship that crossed emotional boundaries? In today’s episode, I share key signs of a toxic friendship and how to set boundaries around them – especially if you struggle with people-pleasing.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:[02:04] What is an Emotionally Toxic Friendship?[05:11] “A Healthy Friendship is Based on Mutual Truth and Care”[08:37] How Do Friendships Vary in Purpose and Support?[11:54] Are You in an Over-Dependent Relationship?[18:37] Tools We Can Use to Set Boundaries in Toxic Friendships[22:53] Do You Want The Fear of Offending Someone to Stop You From Making Healthy Choices in Friendships?[25:00] Should We Always Bring Up Boundaries in Toxic Relationships? [27:20] Friendships Do Not Replace Our Relationship With GodRESOURCES:Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to get my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”.Want to see what Emotional Confidence is about? Download the first chapter for FREE!Ready for a step-by-step plan based on the Bible + brain science to identify + rewire subconscious thoughts so they line up with your true identity in Christ? Join us in the Christian Mindset Makeover!Ready to know how to manage emotions for more calm, stronger relationships, and a closer walk with God? Want to implement the concepts discussed in my book "Emotional Confidence"? Then join the Emotional Confidence Club!RELATED EPISODES:All Episodes on EmotionsAll Episodes on BoundariesSend us Fan Mail