Friends need clear boundaries too
Friendship boundaries
Unspoken expectations about contact, favors, emotional support and personal space can lead to resentment.
Common situations
It is not always about caring less
One person expects friends to help at any time; another feels depleted. One wants frequent contact; another prefers less frequent but steady connection.
Related assessments
Break down this question with an assessment
Further reading
Topics to explore next
- How can friends discuss boundaries?
- Why do close friends drift apart over small things?