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100. Maybe I need to set boundaries with a toxic friend (The Self-Preservation Advocate)

  1. 1. Pro: Setting boundaries with a toxic friend can protect your mental health and emotional well-being.
    Psychology Today: [Setting Boundaries with Toxic People]
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/202306/why-toxic-people-are-so-harmful
  2. 2. Con: Ending or limiting a friendship can be difficult and may lead to feelings of guilt or loneliness.
    Verywell Mind: [Challenges of Ending Friendships]
    https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-end-friendship-4174037
  3. 3. Unsure: Gradually reducing contact and clearly communicating your boundaries can help manage the transition.
    Healthline: [How to Set Boundaries]
    https://positivepsychology.com/great-self-care-setting-healthy-boundaries/
  4. 4. Pro: Creating distance from a toxic friend can open up space for healthier, more supportive relationships.
    Psychology Today: [The Benefits of Positive Relationships]
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hope-relationships/202007/create-and-maintain-healthy-relationships
  5. 5. Con: The friend might react negatively, leading to conflict and further stress.
    Verywell Mind: [Dealing with Negative Reactions]
    https://www.verywellmind.com/embrace-negative-emotions-4158317
  6. 6. Unsure: Seeking support from other friends or a therapist can provide guidance and emotional backing during the process.
    American Psychological Association: [Seeking Support]
    https://www.apa.org/topics/stress/manage-social-support
  7. 7. Pro: Setting boundaries can empower you and reinforce your self-worth, contributing to personal growth.
    Forbes: [Empowerment Through Boundaries]
    https://molliburkett.com/setting-boundaries-for-self-worth/
  8. 8. Con: Long-standing friendships might have deep emotional ties, making the decision to set boundaries more complicated.
    Verywell Family: [Navigating Long-Term Friendships]
    https://socialself.com/blog/boundaries-friends/
  9. 9. Unsure: Reflecting on the friendship’s impact on your life and well-being can help clarify whether setting boundaries is necessary.
    Inc.: [Reflecting on Relationships]
    https://www.inc.com/nick-hobson/looking-for-a-successful-partner-relationship-this-is-key-ingredient.html