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 ...

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 ...

Dear Eric: Bella and I met more than 35 years ago as volunteers. We maintained a friendship despite totally different life paths: she had a string of relationships that never went very far; I married, ...

Dear Annie: My best friend, “Sarah,” and I have been close since college, but lately, our friendship feels one-sided. She’s going through a rough time; she broke up with her boyfriend, she hates her ...

Not every friendship fades with a fight; some just tilt until one person's doing all the work. It creeps in through small clues that seem harmless but slowly drain your energy. Think your bond might ...