Friendships are meant to lift us up, but sometimes they do the opposite. Between packed schedules, endless to-do lists, and life constantly pulling us in different directions, it's easy to miss the ...

Friendships are supposed to be a two-way street. Yet, sometimes we find ourselves stuck in a cycle where it feels like we're the only ones making an effort. Welcome to the world of one-sided ...

My Instagram poll on your most common friendship struggles revealed that issues with reciprocity hover at the top. For advice on navigating these issues, I want to tell you about my driver, Ted. On ...

Friendship is often described as one of life’s greatest buffers against stress and loneliness. But when the balance tips and you find yourself giving far more than you receive, the relationship can ...

Human beings have always prized friendship. As the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle wrote: “no one would choose to live ...

Dear Annie: I am writing about a friendship that has left me hurt and confused. My husband and I have known this couple for many years. He has been our friend for decades, and when he remarried, we ...

Dear Eric: I’ve been friends with “Mikey” since we were about 9 years old. We are now 61. We grew up in the same neighborhood as kids, have moved around but still live in the same small town. Over the ...

Not all unhealthy relationships will look inherently unhealthy at first glance. In fact, many one-sided relationships actually start out with intensity, chemistry, and the belief that you finally ...

Some friendships don’t fall apart — they slowly wear you down. Here’s how to spot the red flags before they start jeopardizing your well-being. Being socially connected and having flourishing ...