Karun Pal

 Karun Pal @karunpal Introverts, do you find it hard to cut off toxic friendships? 

 You see the red flags. You feel drained. You know it’s unhealthy.  Yet, walking away feels impossible.  Here’s why it happens and how to finally let go:

 1. Signs of a toxic friendship:  - You feel exhausted after talking to them - They guilt-trip you for setting boundaries - Your needs are never considered - They only reach out when they need something - You feel relieved when they don’t text - You feel calm when they leave 

2. Why is it so hard to let go?  Introverts are all or nothing kinda people. And cutting someone off feels like losing years of effort.  It’s also tied to deeper fears:  - being alone - confrontation - being the "bad person"  So you tolerate their behavior, hoping they’ll change 

3. But staying hurts more than leaving  Toxic friendships cost you:  - Your peace of mind - Your self-respect - Your ability to trust good people  Ask yourself: Would I let someone treat my loved ones the way this person treats me?   If it's a no, you already know what to do.

 4. How to distance yourself  - Reduce contact gradually if cutting off feels too hard - Stop sharing personal details with them - Say "no" without explaining or justifying  Prioritize friendships that feel mutual and healthy. You don’t owe anyone unlimited access to your energy. 

5. How to handle guilt  Letting go isn’t cruel, it’s necessary.  - You’re not responsible for fixing people - You’re not selfish for protecting your peace - You deserve friendships that nourish you, not drain you  Guilt fades. But staying in toxic friendships? That damage lasts.

 6. Preventing toxic friendships in the future  - Listen to your gut, if something feels off, stay away - Judge people through actions, not words - Set boundaries early, so they’re respected later - Surround yourself with those who uplift you  Your energy is precious. Protect it.

 7. Final thought  Not everyone deserves a seat at your table.  Some friendships expire. Some people outgrow each other. And some people were never meant to stay forever.  It’s okay to let go. Your peace matters more. 

 If you're an introvert who struggles with setting strong boundaries, read this book: http://gum.co/borntostandout