7 Signs You Need to Do a Friendship Audit ASAP
There's no comfort in the world like a good friend — the kind of friend who lifts you up when you're down, and shares your joy and successes as effusively as their own.
Everyone's different: Some people thrive with tons of different friends and group dynamics, while others prefer the intimacy of a tight-knit crew of besties. The size of your desired group doesn't matter.
This step is one of the trickiest parts: You have to be flexible and ready to adapt. Not all friendships are meant to last forever, and that's OK.
You may gravitate toward people who are like you; that's natural, and it's OK. But you might find people who truly lift you up when you "deliberately seek out relationships with those who are nothing like you or with whom you have only one or two things in common,"
In order to make sure you surround yourself with the right people for where you are right now, take a moment to "define what friendship means to you right now," Leid says.
Acknowledge that letting go of a friendship can sometimes be more painful than a romantic breakup, especially if there’s a lot of history, Leid notes.
If you have let some friendships go, it can be challenging to find new friends who surround you with the positive energy you deserve — especially as an adult. Being proactive — and putting yourself out there — really helps.