Disruptive Patterns That Destroy Friendships

One of the biggest reasons for burnout is the lack of community. This episode is a continuation of last week’s episode about friendships, and how you can begin to create and attract healthier people in your life. Solid friends should not be overlooked and having people that we can count on is incredibly important as we go through the ups and downs of life. So, what kind of unhealthy or toxic patterns do people take on that could actually inhibit or destroy friendships? People are complex and as much as we want a solid foundation, not every interaction with another human being can be smooth sailing. However, these behaviors can actually make it difficult for you to recover from what could be a long-lasting friendship. The first one is ghosting. Ghosting is rampant on a lot of dating apps, but what’s less talked about is when our friends ghost us. In fact, this sense of abandonment can be perceived as much more hurtful than a potential romantic partner. The lack of communication can create confusion and have you go through different scenarios of what you might have done to cause this lack of communication. For you, it’s very important that you stay in contact with your friends. Be consistent with your communication. Another disruptive pattern is control. When one person is more controlling over the other and there is no sense of autonomy, it can end up being toxic for both people in that relationship. Although common in romantic relationships, friendships are also affected by this behavior. If you’re the one who always wants to do it your way, try to take a step back and see where this desire comes from. Your behavior can lead to pushing people away or you could end up in an unfilling dynamic where your friends are unable to have your best interests at heart. Continue Your Growth Journey: Kaminiwood.com