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Friendsare an important part of life.
However, distinguishing between genuine and false ones isnt always easy.
Just likethis person, whose college buddy used them the whole time and ditched them right after graduation.
A fake friend is someone who doesnt have your best interests at heart.
Many times a fake friendship feels one-sided and you dont feel that the relationship is reciprocal, says Papa.
It may be that the person only reaches out when they need something.
Most people know what it feels like to have a friend with whom there is a trust connection.
However, a fake friendship often feels surface-level or transactional.
Being in a fake friendship doesnt come without cost either, says Papa.
This can fuel unnecessary self-doubt and emotional exhaustion.
Breaking ties with afriend, even a fair-weathered one, can leave a significant emotional impact.
So its important to practice self-care and do things a person enjoys while coping with the feelings.
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