Signs of a Healthy Friendship

So much is said about red flags of this, red flags of that… How about we now take a look and APPRECIATE something we have?

Here are FIVE friendship green flags:

1. They make you feel lifted 😁

A great indicator of friendship vibe is how you feel after you hang out with them.

Are you uplifted, inspired and more energetic? That is a sure sign of a relationship to keep. Not only keep, but put active effort into maintaining. People who make you feel like that are absolutely invaluable and you better show them love right now. ✅️

However, if you go home after hanging out with them feeling depleted and pessimistic - the relationship needs some reevaluation.

That doesn’t mean you need to throw away the whole relationship, but rather do some thinking. 🤔

Are you and them stuck in a vicious cycle of pessimistic ruminating? Or are they intentionally bringing you down? How is your dynamic?

2. They celebrate your wins🥳

That person who you text after something good happened and have no second thoughts about it - a keeper.

People who genuinely want good for you, without throwing in some bitterness, sarcastic commentary or jealousy. Aka people who have mastered the abundance mindset - absolute gold. ✨️

3. They respect your boundaries 🤺

When you tell a good friend you can’t go out because you’re sick or have some work to do, they don’t get angry. They don’t throw a full passive-aggressive tantrum. A good friend wants the best for you.

_{(of course, use your own discernment, communicate on time, and be respectful towards other people's time and effort)}

4. They hold you accountable ♻️

Friends who care enough about you to tell you when you’re drifting off from the right path for you are friends who take care of you at their own risk.

It’s not easy not to disagreewith someone, especially with your friend so someone pointing out not-so-pleasant stuff is someone willing to put themselves through that on their own expense. 💥

However, good friends always do that out of a place of love. To encourage you, not deplete you.

5. Respectful disagreements

A good friend is someone who always shows up with love and respect, even if you fundamentally disagree.

They handle conflicts maturely, without resorting to personal attacks or grudges. 🤨

So, how are your friendships?

I invite you not only to analyze your friends, but also to take a look at yourself and how are you showing up. 🚨

Are you being respectful of your friends boundaries? Are you genuinely happy for their wins? Do you have the courage to hold them accountable? Do you genuinely want the best for them? Do you ever project your insecurities onto people you should support the most?

Introspective babes. Love is a two-way street.

Keep glowing until the next Thursday, sending you love and light,

Your Glowing Bestie ❤️✨