Why Your Friendships Make You Feel Anxious

Have you ever felt anxious in a friendship but couldn't really explain why? Maybe you're constantly overthinking conversations, wondering if your friend is mad at you, feeling like you're the one putting in all the effort, or questioning whether you're just "too sensitive." In today's episode, we're talking about the real reasons your friendships might be making you feel anxious, and why those feelings aren't always something you should ignore. 

This episode covers:
❤️‍🩹Why one-sided friendships leave you constantly questioning where you stand
❤️‍🩹 How emotional inconsistency and mixed signals can make you overthink everything
❤️‍🩹What happens when you start sacrificing your own needs just to keep the peace
❤️‍🩹Why not feeling accepted for who you truly are creates so much anxiety

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