Keeping secrets from yourbestiesis a big “no” because hidden things always come out one way or another. And when they do, they can damage even the strongest bonds. Whether you’re upset with your bff for being late or furious that they are still talking to their toxic ex, it’s best to just share your feelings with them. After all, someone who’s not honest with you isn’t really a friend.
A woman took to theAITAonline community to share how she accidentally discovered her pals had been saying mean things behind her back for a whole year. All this happened while she was fulfilling herbridesmaidduty and helping her friend select a wedding dress. She found the texts on the bride’s phone where she and the maid of honor were making fun of her.
People who say hurtful things behind your back can never be your true friends
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A bridesmaid was left in tears after stumbling upon hurtful messages on the bride’s phone
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Friends shouldn’t secretly gossip about each other
Real friends are those people who always have your back. They are the ones who don’t hesitate to tell you about period stains or stop you from makingrash decisionsin life. They truly understand you and know exactly what you need, sometimes even before you do. It’s fair to say that adult friendships can make life easy and joyful.
Studieshave shown that high-quality companionship among adults can protect them against mental health issues like depression and anxiety. TheMayo Clinicpoints out that having good buddies is beneficial for your health. However, when yourpals speak poorly about you, especially behind your back, it can be hurtful and can cause stress.
Individuals tend to avoid those who have traits or behaviors they don’t like. For instance, a fashionable person might ignore their friend simply because they dress in baggy clothes. And while it’s okay to have personal preferences, making fun of one’s appearance, apparel, or other things in general is not a good habit.
Bullying can lead to depression and loneliness
Relational bullying is a type of bullying that involves making fun of people for the way they dress or what their interests are. When so-called friends start spreading rumors about you, it might ruin your reputation. They may pass remarks and joke about your appearances, all the while pretending to be your friends. Other types of bullying include cyber, physical, and verbal bullying.
Thedatafrom the Bureau of Justice Statistics and the National Center for Education Statistics reveals that two-in-ten U.S. middle and high school students were bullied during the 2019-2020 school year.We live in a world where it’s difficult to escape such people. So, it’s best to call them out for their behavior.
Having an honest conversation helps us to understand why people are being unnecessarily mean. And, sometimes, if they refuse to have a heart-to-heart, it is best to understand that they might not be our good friends.
Folks online warned the woman that the bride and maid of honor are not really her friends
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