Loyalty for me is a friend who doesn’t get involved in drama, is always honest, and will always make sure you don’t feel left out. These kinds of friends are rare but not impossible to find. Having a few loyal best friends has more value than dozens of fake friends.
Sometimes you may see the good qualities in your friends but would rather ignore the bad ones. It is excruciatingly crucial to take into consideration who your friends are. They may turn out to be someone you don’t even know…
I had a best friend with whom I was close throughout my junior year of high school, but it didn’t end well. We had most of our classes together and had seats next to each other. During indoor track, we had lots of fun. Then, in February, I started dating my boyfriend. Everything was amazing until it wasn’t.
My best friend became constantly rude and kept saying I was going to abandon her now that I have a boyfriend. Of course, I wasn’t abandoning her, but she just made every excuse not to hang out with me anymore.
After all that, she stopped talking to me at the end of my junior year. As we became seniors, she never talked to me; she just stared at me with dark, weary eyes. I had always wanted to be friends again, and I missed her for so long. But she ended up saying things behind my back about me and my boyfriend. I would not tolerate that at all, and I don’t miss that behavior.
On the other hand, I’ve had my true best friend since middle school. She has always been a true friend who is completely honest and cares about me. I am so grateful to have her in my life, and I will always cherish the kind of friend she is to me.
It’s difficult to disassociate with friends who may not be who they once were. I’ve gone through the process a few times, and it’s difficult to do. But if someone is a bad influence or a bad friend altogether, it’s best to disassociate.
At the end of the day, do what’s best for you.
Staying friends with toxic people is unhealthy, especially for your own mental health and well-being. Loyalty is a very special aspect in friendship that I respect, and so do my friends. If you find those loyal friends, they will always be there for you.