10 Differences Between Good Friends and Toxic Friends

We all know the phrase, a friend in need is a friend indeed. But did you know the difference between good friends and toxic friends? Well, we all have that one friend who's bad-tempered, a little jealous, and somewhat conceited. Do you think he or she is a true friend to you? Let's see. Today, we've got 10 major differences between good friends and toxic friends that you should consider. And don't forget to hit that thumbs up button, because it's important for us. 1. Good Friends Celebrate Your Success They're really happy with your promotion at work, your new relationships, or even your new shiny car. They'll be the first to call you and say, hey, well done, congratulations, let's go out and celebrate. They're always very proud of you. Toxic friends get jealous of your achievement. Even your smallest achievements enrage them. They cannot put up with the idea that someone's business is going well. They can like your photos on Instagram, but when you meet them in person, it's easy to notice. They're jealous of you. It's literally written on their faces. 2. Good Friends Know The Importance Of Your Alone Time Sometimes we all can't stand the hustle and bustle of big cities, so we need our private time. We spend this time on meditating, thinking, reading good books, or walking. Our true friends understand this, and never get offended, even if we cancel weekend plans with them. Toxic friends try to occupy all your time. They're like spiders. They literally need all your time and attention. They easily get offended when you want to spend some time alone, and complain about you to others. You always feel guilty when you say no to them. 3. Good Friends Are Caring And Empathetic They say, wow, you look great, even if you have bed hair and are wearing a rumpled t-shirt. They never judge your appearance, and they always know how to cheer you up. Toxic friends judge and criticize you. Oh, where'd you get that weird hat? You look terrible. They never miss an opportunity to point out your shortcomings, even the smallest ones. They hide behind the phrase, I just want to help you. But they don't help at all. They make you feel awkward and uncomfortable. 4. Good Friends Respect You And Value Your Friendship You're a very important person for them, so they know how to argue without being personal. Also, if something goes wrong when you travel together, they'll just laugh at all the troubles. Toxic friends lose their tempers easily. They can even shout at you in front of other friends or in public. If something goes wrong or not according to their plan, they lose their temper very quickly and become a monster. 5. Good Friends Enjoy Exchanging Opinions They're interested in your opinion and always listen to you. If they disagree with you, they'll express it in the mildest form. Toxic friends only want to win an argument. They hardly reckon with your opinion because they think that only they are right. And they try to prove it by any means. 6. Good Friends Believe Your Words Of course, they won't believe you if you say you're moving to Mars next weekend, but they usually believe all your stories. When you tell them something interesting, for instance, from documentaries, they believe every word. Toxic friends doubt everything you say. They're like, hmm, are you sure? I think it's better to ask Google. No matter what you say, they always want to double check. 7. Good Friends Call You Because They Miss You How was your day? Is everything okay? If you miss your class or work, they'll be the first to call to ask whether you're all right. They miss you and they worry about you. Toxic friends find you only when they need your help. Hey, can you pick me up right now? Help me with my work? Walk my dog? No, come on, we're old friends. 8. Good Friends Accept You The Way You Are Even if you wear all bright colors together, sing on the streets, or spend all your weekends riding a canoe, they appreciate your ways. They don't care. They love you. Toxic friends try to change and control you. They always say something like, what's better for you is… or you have to try this. They find it hard to reconcile themselves with your lifestyle. But let's be honest, their advice is so annoying. 9. Good Friends Know That Everyone Has Their Friends And They Won't Judge You For That They might even become good friends with your other friends if you introduce them to each other. If not, they'll still respect the fact that you like to spend time with your other friends and colleagues. Toxic friends don't like your other friends. Remember, they're like spiders. They don't want to share you with other people and even with your family. They always want to be the center of your life. 10. Good Friends Know How To Keep A Secret If you tell them, please don't tell anyone, they'll take it seriously. Don't worry, your secrets won't fly around the world. Toxic friends say things they shouldn't say. And they always add, I shouldn't have told you this. If your friend tells you others' secrets, it means he or she would spread your secrets as well. Just avoid their company. Gossip is not the best pastime. So, have you recognized some of your friends? Share this video with those who you consider your best friend ever. And if you're visiting our channel for the first time, click subscribe to stay on the Bright Side of life.