Reply To: Feeling drained by a long-term friendship

Hi all, interestingly, I recently realised I might have a friendship like this too, and it actually reminded me of this post, which is why I came back to read it again. It’s funny how things become clearer once you start noticing the pattern in your own life.

That said, it’s definitely easier to give this advice than to follow it yourself. I’m trying to step back a bit and see how things feel, but it’s not always easy when you’ve known someone for years.

I was also wondering how things are going on your side since you first posted — have you noticed any change or made any progress with the situation?