Toxic Friendships

[Ra****]

Hi, my friends always seem to be upset, and I try cheering them up, but I get nothing in return and I am exhausted and upset, what should I do? They don’t appreciate me.

[La****]

Not an easy one. Toxic relationships ruin everything.

The first step is recognizing when a relationship is toxic and that you've accomplished. Here have some ideas on how to proceed.

Then, the hardest: dealing with them. I had some toxic coworkers at my previous job, and I decided to take action. I stopped taking things too personally, avoided gossip, and prioritized what was essential for me to at work. 

[Ku****]

If this situation is at your job or family there's little or nothing you can do about it because you can't detach yourself from them, but it's easier if it's with friends that don't feed, clothe or house you. Delete yourself from their company, surround yourself with positivity, things/people that give you hope and make you laugh, things you love and love to do, things/people that bring out the best in you, and more importantly, know your worth and appreciate yourself first.