Everyone knows good friends are hard to come by. Often, we don’t know our friends are trash until the moment they do something completely reprehensible, or we just become fed up with continual mistreatment. Here, Redditors share the moments they realized it was finally time to cut their awful friends loose.
1. His Response Struck A Sour Note
A couple of years back, my close friend was excited to attend a major German metal festival. I stayed behind due to my dad's battle with terminal cancer. Shortly after my friend returned from his trip, my dad passed away. Feeling desolate, I tried to reach out to my friend for support—his reaction was heartbreaking.
He flatly said that my father's death didn't concern him and was more eager to gush about the festival's awesomeness. The letdown was beyond words. I had always been there for him through his breakups, but the one time I needed a shoulder to lean on, he failed me. Frustrated, I told him to close the door behind him and erase my number from his phone.
2. They Were Hands Down The Worst Friends
I was in a car crash that left me in physical therapy for a couple of years. To this day, it hurts and my hand shakes whenever I try to make a fist with my left hand. I was ready to leave the hospital, and a week earlier, I'd asked my friend Wendy if she could give me a ride. She said yes. I called her after being discharged, and she told me, "Sorry, I'm stuck in traffic. I'll be there in 20 minutes."
However, 20 minutes turned into a frustrating wait of six hours. I was so let down, I decided to take an Uber home. A couple of days later, she texted me, "Sorry my car wouldn’t start." I couldn't wrap my head around why she would lie to me.
Some weeks passed, and I attended a friend's birthday party where Wendy was also present. From the moment it started, it was just a terrible experience.
All throughout the party, another friend kept complaining that my presence was taking the spotlight from the birthday girl. They even got annoyed when I needed help lifting my hand for a toast. Meanwhile, two more friends found humor in my situation, continually gossiping and giggling about me.
Wendy then decided to make things worse by pushing me out of the party; the two gossipers just stood by and laughed. I was deeply hurt. That day, I decided it was enough. I went home, blocked all their numbers, and cut them out of my life.
3. Time To Usher In A New Friend
A "buddy" of mine asked me to play the role of an usher at his wedding, a wedding I didn't get an invite to nor was I even told about, just one day prior to the event! I thought, alright, maybe he felt sorry for not having invited me and, in a bid to make it right, he wishes to involve me. As it turns out, I was mistaken.
On arrival, his mother instructed me to stand guard at the entrance and ensure everyone found their seats correctly.
Bafflingly, I wasn't permitted to visit him or do much else. So, I did what was asked of me—I helped all the guests find their seats and then quietly exited.
4. Burglarized By My Buddy
Back in my younger days, I dabbled in some rather shady activities. I made a deal to sell something to a buddy of my best friend. My old mate passed on my contact details and social media info to this guy. He texted me, and I ended up meeting him at a bus stop. To my surprise, there were two of them, and they hopped in the backseat of my car, which was kind of unsettling.
From there, it was my job to drive us to an ATM, so they could withdraw the cash for our deal. But as we were heading to the machine, I felt the chill of a gun pressed against my head, followed by a demand, "You better pull over". So I did, immediately. But instead of stopping there, they directed me to a side street and some apartment complex.
That's when the worst happened. They took everything I had on me. They searched me, roughed me up a bit, and robbed me. They pocketed my cash and my car keys. They even tried to steal my car, but they were stopped by the fact that they couldn't drive stick shift. After landing a few hits on my face, they made a quick exit. I was left in disbelief that my own buddy had set me up for such a brutal mugging. It was utterly surreal.
In the end, they never returned my car keys. I had to get my car towed back to my house to avoid it being completely abandoned on these foreign streets. On top of that, I was forced to make the long, wet trek of about 3-5 miles back home in the pouring rain. I couldn't even get the towing service till the next morning.
5. It Was A Real Wake-Up Call
My friend started dating this guy, and what she let him do was just wrong,
She permitted him to eavesdrop on our conversations without my knowledge. This included times when I was distressed, sharing sensitive matters I'd only ever confide to her. Then, together, they began misleading me—making me believe that my crush reciprocated my feelings. They induced both him and me into uncomfortable situations, knowing fully well he wasn't interested, something he'd clearly expressed to them.
One evening, I was distraught, venting over the phone about my frustrations as to why my interest wasn't showing any signs of reciprocation. They brushed off my concerns, attributed it to various reasons, and kept nudging me to make more attempts. Later, they confessed they found the entire conversation amusing, laughing because I was clueless. I was absolutely devastated.
6. Game Over
Three summers in a row, my one-time buddy was practically a fixture at my house. We'd kill time by gaming on the Playstation and Xbox. He joined my family for camping adventures and shared most of my meals with me, except dinner when he was visiting. One day, he borrowed my PS2 and when I wanted it back a few weeks later, he asked to hold on to it "just one more week".
This carried on for a bit longer...until he turned our friendship on its head. Turns out, he'd pawned my PS2 to buy some shady stuff. And I didn't get a single thing in return. I confronted him, asking why he'd do such a thing to a friend. His answer left me dumbfounded.
He coldly stated, "I don’t have friends, just acquaintances". After that bombshell, I cut all ties with him and conceded that I had lost. The PS2 was nearing obsolescence anyway, so I shrugged it off. Then, I realized he'd been taking advantage of me for food as well. He had no issues eating to his heart's content at my house, but hardly ever reciprocated, claiming his mom would get angry.
7. Stop The Music! You’re A Creep!
We were attending a music festival when my buddy returned from the bathroom. He was accompanied by a frightened young girl who couldn't have been older than 15. According to him, she had lost her companions and her phone had no signal. His plan was to bring her back to where we'd parked our car to camp, offering her alcohol and drugs in an attempt to help her "loosen up".
I expressed my outrage to him, calling his behavior appalling. After a short chat with her, it took me just about five minutes to safely find and restore her to her group of friends.
8. My D&D Group Did Me Dirty
So, I threw a Halloween bash, my very first attempt at organizing a party. I made sure my guests would be entertained with games, films and all the usual Halloween fare. Unfortunately, my biggest fear became a reality—my house stayed empty. A couple of guests backed out on the day, while the rest simply didn’t turn up.
My then-boyfriend came to check on me as I had shared my worries with him earlier about nobody coming to the party. He had tried to reassure me, convinced at least a few individuals would show. Alas, he was the only one, and even then, he had to rush off for his Esports training soon after. I ended up shedding tears on my own for a good amount of time.
It all wasn't due to a lack of communication or planning. I had arranged the party weeks in advance and had even sent out reminder texts. Interestingly, all the non-attendees were part of my regular D&D group. When the group met next, they inquired about the party. I was honest about the fact that no one turned up. The awkwardness was palpable—no one could meet my gaze.
Even now, it stings a bit, but I try to dwell on the positive—that now, I have terrific friends that outshine the past. I've also learned not to assume everyone will treat me with the same respect I extend to them.
9. It Was The Stroke That Broke The Camel’s Back
I experienced a stroke after childbirth. At the same time, my best friend of 18 years—who was overseas—became angry with me because I hadn't checked in on her in three days as she was grappling with the flu. Coincidentally, it was the same day that I found myself once again rushing to the hospital, fearing I might be having another stroke or a heart episode.
As I was tearfully heading towards the emergency department, expecting the worst and struggling to breathe, I sent her a message about my condition. To my relief, it was only a panic attack. Typically, I would be the one to steer our discussions, so I hoped this time, she would realize the severity of my situation and reach out first, given our last chat ended with me on my way to the ER.
Waited as I may, she never popped the crucial questions such as, "What happened? Another stroke? How are you feeling now?" By then, it was three weeks post-stroke, I struggled with basic functions like moving my arm, and my speech was still garbled. Regrettably, her response was nothing I hoped for, instead, it left me disheartened.
She was sulking, cross with me for not checking up on her health for a brief period. To put things into perspective, during our friendship of 18 years, there were intervals when she would disappear when all was rosy in her world, regardless of what I was going through. Her inconsiderate and unsympathetic behavior towards me was hurtful. I was her rock when she needed one but she never reciprocated.
The aftermath of my stroke left me feeling less tolerant. On that day, I sent her an audio note lasting 18 minutes expressing my disappointment of her treatment towards me throughout the years. Despite all the times she came to me heartbroken over her husband's troublesome behavior, a man I had cautioned her against marrying because I saw through his deceitful nature, I never once gloated saying, "I told you so."
I stood by her through thick and thin, listened and offered sound advice, but when it was me in dire need, she only thought about herself. At first, she was genuinely shocked over my stroke, but it seems she overlooked the effects of brain trauma and the lengthy recovery process that follows. I had no choice but to sever ties with her after that message. It was a bitter pill to swallow, but good friends can be tough to find.
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10. Cheaters Never Win
My buddy got intimate with a complete unknown right alongside me during our flight, despite being seriously involved with one of my closest pals from high school. When we touched down, I let my friend know via text that he was cheated on. It really threw her for a loop when she found out I snitched. She thought I'd be cool with her stepping out on our friend.
I instantly cut ties with the unfaithful friend. This incident was the tipping point. She was a classic self-absorbed person, whose antics had been grating on me for a while then. Particularly the way she'd been dragging my friend through the emotional mud in the lead up to this incident. Initially, this news crushed my friend, but he bounced back in due course.
11. I Finally Had To Wake Up And Smell The Coffee
I battled with deep depression and PTSD, which made me leave school. In between therapy sessions spanning several years, I managed to complete a diploma. Feeling victorious, I moved to a different school to continue with my studies. It was then that I realized my "closest friends" from my previous school were pretty toxic—they belittled me, excluded me, instigated unnecessary arguments, and sided with the bullies at my expense.
I didn't quite understand the nature of what a real friendship looked like, and I think, deep down, even if I did recognize this, I was scared to lose them and be left utterly alone. My 'friends' never reached out after I left school. A few years later, I unexpectedly ran into one of them at a train station. Surprised and somewhat glad to see me, she suggested we catch up the next week.
During our hangout a week later, initially, she was kind and seemed genuinely interested in my life, causing me to think that she might have matured. However, my assumption was far from reality. As we shopped, she continually gossiped about the people we saw, criticizing their appearance and actions, revealing that she was the same old person.
We unexpectedly saw a good friend of mine from my new school, working at a café. I introduced him to the ex-friend, and they had a chat. While she seemed intrigued by him, I didn't give out his social media info when she asked. I ended the day by distancing myself from her, deleting her contact, and blocking her on my social media accounts.
A few weeks later, my café friend approached me, asking about this girl who'd started messaging him on Instagram. Apparently, she began by being friendly but soon started to share the most awkward and embarrassing stories about me from high school. Whether it was out of jealousy or some twisted sense of enjoyment, I was horrified to hear what she'd done.
Thankfully, my café friend proved his worth by shutting her down. This incident ended up strengthening our friendship. In retrospect, I still detest that girl, but there's a weird satisfaction in knowing that I've grown beyond that toxic past.
12. This Friendship Went Down The Toilet
A classmate mentioned to me that my "friend" was spreading odd rumors about me. I was skeptical, but they suggested I hide in the bathroom cubicle to overhear what was being said. They managed to get this "friend" to discuss me—and the things I heard were far from pleasant.
She was disrespectful towards me and confessed that she wasn't genuinely fond of me but merely faking it. Regrettably, I didn't distance myself from her right away. In fact, we remained friends for about a year following this incident, and her behavior only escalated. Eventually, I decided to let her go.
13. As The Friendship Turned
I once had a pal who, for lack of a better word, was an antisocial personality. He wasn't as disruptive during our teenage years, but as we matured, he'd habitually sow discord between his buddies, almost as if he enjoyed the drama. This seemed to be his strange method to rise to the top of the popularity ladder. It got to a point where I could sense when he had poisoned a new friendship. Their attitude towards me would subtly change, as if they had become suspicious of me.
Things got worse when he targeted my new girlfriend. However, she caught him red-handed. She allowed me to overhear his call on speakerphone, where he was spewing a bunch of lies about me. Needless to say, none were true. Not too long after this, he unexpectedly cut ties with EVERYONE and relocated. I suppose he realized that he had ruined his reputation with every single person and had absolutely no one left who trusted him. Regardless of his reasons, his departure led to a much more peaceful environment with far fewer issues.
14. Last Man Camping
Just returning from an unpaid leave of a month, I was pretty cash-strapped with less than $100 to my name. My three pals teased me about not being able to afford our annual camping trip, which was apparently pricier this time as opposed to the past two occasions we've had.
Lacking the $500 for the trip, I informed them well ahead of time. Yet, the day before my flight home, I got a message from the friend who arranged the camping adventure. She was reminding me the trip was in just two days and the cost involved. To be honest, she said things I wouldn't utter even to my worst enemy. And they kept rubbing it in.
Sadly, a mere camping trip cost me my three closest companions.
15. Post Birthday Blowout
On the day I turned a year older, my mom sadly shared that she had planned a surprise party for me, but no one showed up. A couple of days later, some of my so-called friends tagged along with my mom to a nail spa. Fast forward three months and there I was at karaoke, when a few of these "comrades" turned up. They continuously criticized me for not mingling or conversing with them. When the night was over and we were heading to our cars, I couldn't hold in my frustration any longer.
I blurted out, "You're not real pals. You're good acquaintances, nothing more. Remember when I bought cakes to mark your birthdays or helped you relocate? I've given you lifts to make sure you got home safe. Two of you are even in a relationship all thanks to me. And yet, not a single one of you bothered to wish me happy birthday."
I then focused on a specific individual, saying, "I haven't seen or heard from you in three years, and yet you had the audacity to join my mom at the nail salon. Honestly, I am done with all of you."
16. Those Crazy Friends Got Cut Off
Back in our high school days, my mom worked as a psychologist and had a cozy office close to our school. I decided one day to invite my buddies over to her office for a beverage. I stressed the importance of keeping the place spotless so that we wouldn't get found out. Do you think that worked out? Absolutely not. It turned into a complete mess.
One friend ended up throwing up in a corner and wedged the couch against the restroom door while I was inside, resulting in a broken couch leg and me being stuck inside the bathroom. I don't hang out with those folks anymore.
17. Bro No Mo’
Back in the time when MSN Messenger was a thing, I had a pal who was pretty outgoing and personable. We'd hang out every now and then, chill with some records, watch some anime, and spend some time gaming. As he dabbled in music, a lot of our chats revolved around him sharing samples and sketches of his work. Honestly, most of it wasn't noteworthy, but as a supportive friend, I'd provide constructive feedback.
Eventually, his musical endeavors began to bear fruit, enough so that he started DJing at some intimate venues. His career picked up momentum, and he accumulated a little crew around him. That's when our contact dwindled down until one day he popped back up, asking if I could lend a hand with various tasks—things like graphic design and spreadsheets. When I told him I was swamped, he came back with the classic, "But we're bros, bro".
I had to screenshot the chat log, highlight the timestamp of our last interaction, and replied saying, "True bros don't leave a friend's messages unread for a month and a half, only to show up without a hello and unload with a bunch of requests". I only caught a glimpse of him here and there after that exchange. I'd acknowledge him, but steer clear of any real conversation. I found out later on that this was apparently his pattern. He had a knack for picking out people with needed skills, leaning on them, reaping the benefits and "climbing the ladder".
18. Baily Made Me Bail
I celebrated my buddy's moving-away with a barbecue at his old place, and the entire crew showed up. Among my friends were two guys we knew from our Call of Duty gaming, living fairly nearby but who I hadn't met. Once I had the chance to make their acquaintance, their cold and sarcastic attitude struck me. Bothered but unwilling to create an awkward atmosphere, I chose to ignore it and continue with the party.
As the sun dipped below the horizon, we lit a campfire and decided on a group photograph.
While arranging ourselves for the shot, one of the new faces, Baily—the more mean-spirited of the two—suggested that I take the photo since I wasn't "really part of the group". His blunt comment was hurtful, especially since he was a newcomer among my close circle of two years. The most disheartening part, however, was the silence from my other friends.
The moment that truly opened my eyes to the worth of my friendships was when no one stood up for me or questioned Baily's hurtful remarks. Things took a grimmer turn when another friend fell sick. As we tended to him, Baily thought it'd be funny to record and mock his discomfort. My efforts to confront his shameless act were shot down as me being too sensitive and people passing it off as a joke. Fury simmered in me.
I ended up leaving the party early with my sick friend, as Baily continued to tarnish my name behind my back to my former pals. In the echo of his harsh words, my friends' silence became deafening. Not long after that night, I distanced myself from that group and experienced newfound self-respect.
19. Inner Circle Idiot
My buddy was not the nicest person to those outside of our friend group, but he's always treated me well. That's why we've stayed friends. He was there for me, picking me up when my car quit on me, even letting me crash at his house on weekends if I'd had too much to drink. I'd do the same for him in a heartbeat.
But, it came to a point where he was badmouthing mutual friends and their love interests. That's when I realized he was being a jerk.
20. No One Needs That Kind Of Help
One time, a buddy of mine started poking fun at another person in our group, criticizing everything from her hairstyle to her outfits. At that point, I lost it. I told them to zip it because they were acting like a bunch of laughing hyenas. Their defense was, "If she isn't aware of her flaws, she'll have a tough life; we're ASSISTING her". Understandably, we didn't maintain communication after that.
21. Homeless Bound
Once I'd graduated college, a buddy moved in with me. He quickly racked up two months of unpaid rent after officially moving in, having previously been crashing on my couch. I needed to get internet service to job hunt. We had access to free cable from the previous tenant, which I had warned him might not last. He knew all of this because the internet was put in his name.
I paid to get the internet hooked up, but when they did, they disconnected the free cable. My "friend" lost it, causing a scene and shouting because we no longer had free cable. He demanded that I fix it while living rent-free and not contributing to utilities at my place. At that point, I was livid and told him he needed to pay rent or we'd lose the apartment.
The guy declined; we lost the apartment, and both of us had to move out. As I was moving, I packed my stuff and kept a list of my belongings because I'd had things go missing before. After relocating, I found that some items were gone – items my friend liked and which were in boxes that had suspiciously been opened "due to the cold."
I cut him off afterward, which he couldn't fathom. All our shared friends have distanced themselves from him too. Fast forward thirteen years, I bumped into him and he seemed bewildered why I wasn't eager to catch up.
22. Money Changes Everything
My best friend from childhood changed drastically when his dad came into some unexpected wealth, turning into a quite a spoiled kid. He'd speak poorly of me to our mutual buddies and started bullying me. This went on from 6th to 8th grade, until his father decided to shift him to a pricy private school. After that, I never got the chance to see him again.
23. Winner Takes All
My buddies and I collaborated on our graduation task. Unexpectedly, they ditched me during the final week before due dates, choosing to join a group of girls. Unbeknownst to them, I had a trick up my sleeve. I had crafted an alternative strategy for the assignment that clinched the award for top project. The icing on the cake? I got to enjoy the victory without sharing it with those deserters.
24. No Longer Clowning Around
In my circle of friends, I was expected to be the "life of the party." The unwritten rule was that I'd always be upbeat and cracking jokes, even in grave situations, while acting silly. This wasn't the role I desired, but it seemed the only way to fit in the group. Balancing this alongside my personal challenges began to feel overwhelming.
Because of this, I decided to open up about my feelings and the identity crisis that was brewing within me. That eneed up being a big mistake...The moment I dropped the silly demeanor and began sharing about my crumbling mental health, I became labeled as "too dull" for hangouts. However, a few friends remained by my side, and eventually, we began sharing and addressing our mental health concerns openly.
25. My Only Friend Was No Friend At All
There was a time when a certain girl was my closest confidant. About a year into our friendship, we decided to give dating a shot. However, a month before we parted ways, her attitude towards me began to shift. She often lost her temper, criticized everything I did, and was easily irritated, especially when I struggled to express my feelings.
We tried maintaining the friendship for about five months afterward, but things went downhill. She was the only "friend" I had in school to hang out with. Then, a new girl showed up, and I was pushed to the sidelines. Whenever she did try to talk to me, the conversations were tinged with judgment and ire, but now, more than before.
Finally, we had a heart-to-heart where I voiced my frustrations, and she suggested I stop hanging out with her if her attitude bothered me so much. Foolishly, I suggested we could try to improve our relationship. However, when she repeated her words a week later, I finally decided to stand up for myself and cut off our hangouts.
Now, even though I don't get out much, I'm truly happier and have a great sense of relief.
26. Ultimately, It Was Him Or Me
A buddy of mine had another pal who hung around us all the time. This person kept throwing out biased comments at me and throwing around derogatory slurs because I'm bi. I queried the rest of our crew on their silent acceptance of this, and they claimed indifference. They later tried to smooth things over, acting as if it was all a simple misunderstanding. They informed me that they cut ties with the offensive guy and invited me to rejoin the group.
At first, I asked for a bit of time to think and proposed we revisit the situation later. When that time arrived, they had resumed their friendship with him. I realized their previous assurances were simply deceitful attempts to control me again. It's not in my nature to issue ultimatums like "it's him or me", but I can't maintain friendships with those who tolerate this guy's actions, especially when they prove to be just as manipulative.
27. Girl Interrupted
The first time I found myself mingling with a new crowd, we were all standing around, deep in conversation. I'm naturally quiet and was accustomed to people simply talking over me, to which I'd always give in. But someone in this group did something completely unexpected—they cut off the others, pointed at me, and asked, "Hey, what were you trying to say?"
The person who had interrupted me ended up saying they were sorry. Having someone actually listen and see me in that way was a jaw-dropping experience. It really made me rethink a lot of things.
28. Sayonara Losers
After globetrotting for half a year, I returned home and promptly arranged a get-together with my pals on my second night back. I was excited to share the gifts and mementos I'd collected, not to mention the enormous bottle of saké I'd hauled back from Japan. I had planned a fun evening of catching up and letting loose. Unfortunately, things didn't go quite as I'd hoped.
Rather than joining my celebration, my buddies decided they'd rather convene in the local park at 2 AM, light up, and then immediately head home. This left me feeling disappointed and I resolved not to reach out to them until they decided to contact me. Sadly, I never heard a word from them afterward.
29. This Boundary Basher Got Bashed
I knew someone who consistently ignored my boundaries and liked to make light of them too. This person also had a habit of embarrassing their significant other publicly. It used to irk me a lot. He'd air her medical issues to our shared friend and me, ignoring her evident discomfort while he kept talking.
In an attempt to spare her further embarrassment, our friend and I would change the topic. However, this guy would always try to bring it back. My respect for him dwindled after witnessing his behavior, especially when he patted himself on the back and bragged about being an understanding person who could look past the issues his partner was dealing with.
30. Off To A New Start
During the summer before starting middle school, all of my friends from elementary school stopped talking to me. When I eagerly approached them on the first day of middle school, they just turned away without even uttering a word. I later came to understand that I'm better off not being the target of the so-called "popular girls", even though it was quite painful at the time.
31. It Was Over, Period
When my best friend started hanging out with the guy I loved during my two-week work assignment, it felt like our friendship was starting to crumble. All my friends suggested that I should move past the issue to avoid causing any tensions. So, I did. But, this led to my first significant episode of depression.
Fast forward to a year later, the same friend had the audacity to be upset because I had kissed a guy she fancied, even though she was still dating the guy I originally liked. He delivered a bag filled with clothes of mine she had borrowed, along WITH a pack of tampons I had lent her. It's a sure sign your friendship is finished when you get your sanitary products returned!
32. The Battle Lines Were Drawn
A lot of folks might tell you it's no biggie, but for me, it was pretty significant. I was really hurt when my buddy tried to move in on a lady I was already interested in and making moves to pursue. She was fully aware of my interest because I'd openly shared how much I liked this woman and how intense my feelings were. To make things worse, she acted all supportive in person, egging me on and giving me the confidence to follow my heart.
Then, she sneakily tried to get with this lady behind my back. When her actions came to light, she dismissed it saying, "Whoever gets there first". Now, I've always believed that's a no-no among friends, whether done in secret or openly. It's just a boundary you're not supposed to cross. I felt both deceived and belittled. Eventually, I did end up dating the woman, and our relationship lasted for two years. Yet, I decided to cut all ties with my so-called friend.
33. The Phony Four
Once, four inseparable buddies were we until one of my friends introduced a new girl into our pack. I wasn't keen on her. She had a reputation for causing rifts between couples and was an absolute backstabber who badmouthed folks behind their backs while pretending to be sweet to their faces.
Hypocrisy drives me up the wall, but in order to preserve my friendships, I attempted to coexist. Barely 15 minutes into hanging out with her, I found I couldn't bear it any longer. Politely, I excused myself from the group and said we'd catch each other later at school. The following day, I found my friends – her included – hanging out with some classmates. Despite my disdain, I went over to greet and air kiss everyone, even her.
Shortly after, I noticed my friends and her shooting each other side glances, before they burst out laughing. I'm no Sherlock, but I put two and two together in a heartbeat. After I'd made my exit, they joked to her about me not liking her and mentioned my greetings as proof that I was the two-faced one. That was the end of our friendships and thus, a brand new cluster of four hypocrites was formed.
34. Rich Kid On The Block
Looking back, I now understand that my friends hung out with me only because I was considered the "wealthy" kid in our neighborhood. They played it to their benefit. I ended up covering all the costs for our arcade game sessions and meals. We routinely gathered at my place for video games because I was the only one who owned a gaming console. On the flip side, whenever I suggested we hang out at their place, they consistently turned me down.
35. It Was A Guy Thing
I once had a friend who constantly wanted to be the center of all guy's attention, which included the guys I was casually seeing. I didn't usually get bothered by the idea of my casual flings being though. She got involved with one of the guys I liked, promised me that it was a one-time thing, but it happened again. Things really escalated when I began a relationship with a mutual friend—that made her absolutely blow up.
She confessed she was in love with this friend, while only two weeks ago she was sobbing to me, heartbroken that a different friend, who she claimed to be in love with, had no intention of dating her.
36. I Got A One-Way Ticket Out Of There
We took a journey to America, and just a day before heading back, my buddy made an embarrassing confession—he could only cover his one-way ticket. He wondered if we could chip in for his return journey. This was a time when flights had a price tag of roughly £400, or $480. This is the same friend who'd plan a dinner, fully aware that he couldn't foot the bill. He'd consistently pull off such mischief because he was a funny guy.
37. The Third Degree Did Him In
Almost two years ago, I went through a pretty tough divorce. One evening, I was having dinner at a friend's place, eager to share some wonderful news—I'd started dating again, and it was looking promising. I was thrilled about the possibility of this new relationship blossoming. However, my friend's spouse didn't share my enthusiasm. In a rather hostile tone, he questioned me. “What's the catch with this new guy? Why is he unattached?" he inquired.
Following this skepticism, he rolled off a series of negative suppositions, insisting, "Something can't be right. He may likely be hiding something. He may even have a wife hidden somewhere, and you're perhaps just a sideshow". None of his remarks felt like a genuine concern for my wellbeing. It seemed more like he favored me remaining single and alone. Despite his negativity, I ended up tying the knot with the man I'd been excitedly talking about.
38. I Ditched Those Ding Dongs
In my final year of high school, I had a startling revelation about the clique I'd been part of. I'd been friends with this bunch for over half a decade, and we were thick as thieves throughout school. But in my senior year, I abruptly stopped hanging out with them. It was sudden and disappointing, but I had the maturity to avoid throwing a massive self-pity fest.
Nonetheless, I silently blamed myself, thinking perhaps I was at fault to some degree. But like anyone in such a situation, I eventually moved on. Looking back, I'm grateful for the experience because it taught me a valuable life lesson. During my time apart from these folks, I evolved.
I discarded many of my harmful habits and replaced them with healthier ones. The shocking realization of their crude nature came about when I accidentally met this group again and spent an evening with them, about eighteen months since we'd last met. I was flabbergasted that no one talked, and the group's entire focus was to light up and badmouth our mutual acquaintances.
Their conversation went beyond usual high school ribbing; they were downright mean. That was the moment I recognized the vast changes in myself and realized I no longer appreciated their company. It dawned on me what fools they and admittedly, I, had been.
39. Sick Of Their Nonsense
One day, a buddy of mine rang me at the last hour as they had an unexpected move to make. With a storm looming overhead, they were reluctant to book an Uber and decided, instead, to request my help. At the same time, I'd joined a gym, since they didn't feel comfortable breaking a sweat solo. Not that it was all bad, as it stirred up my passion for athleticism which was pretty neat.
But things took a turn when I started getting in shape. My friend turned rather sour, and it got worse when I fell ill with a pretty high-grade fever. Right before a massive event that we'd been planning for a while, she and another close friend turned on me. They didn't buy the fact that I was legit sick and reprimanded me for not predicting my illness the day before. Ultimately, it felt right to distance myself from them both.
40. They Sold Me Out
Several years ago, I made a deal with my friends to sell them my computer, screen, and desk for $800. To my surprise, they only handed me $400. When I followed up about the outstanding amount, they flatly refused to pay me the rest. Ironically, I would only receive invites to massive gatherings where I knew nobody except them. Each time, I would find myself all alone in a corner.
Regularly, they would hang-out and go to concerts, camping, and adventures with other pals, without ever including me. And that's not even the worst part...On top of that, I was dealing with mental health challenges. Whenever I reached out to them, expressing my emotional struggles with thoughts of suicide, their response was dismissive and unsupportive. They would say, "Everyone feels that way sometimes. You just have to deal with it."
This was followed by them turning the conversation towards their own problems, focusing on their financial struggles. Despite being friends for nearly a decade, it felt like our friendship had sadly run its course.
41. Their Friendship Was Just A Delusion
From high school, my two pals and I were inseparable. At 28, I went through a painful break-up and was feeling low. Shockingly, one of my friends started texting my ex, voicing her disagreement with our breakup. Oddly enough, they'd never texted prior to this and the conversation went on for around three months.
My gut told me something sneaky was going on. Wanting answers, I confronted my other friend but she denied knowing anything. A blatant lie. I was livid yet, for a while, I tried to stomach it. However, when I shared an opposing viewpoint, she lashed out.
She called me delusional and unintelligent. That was the last straw, and I distanced myself from both of them. I came to the realization that they'd been treating me poorly for too long and I deserved better. Now, without them in my life, I'm a whole lot happier!
42. Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind
For fifteen long years, I poured time and energy into being a steadfast friend. Whether it was providing emotional support during tough times, lending cash, helping with bills, assisting with moves, or offering transport to and from stations and airports, I was there. I uprooted my life, landed an amazing new job, adopted a dog, got engaged, and even mourned the loss of a grandparent.
Yet, for over two months, not a single one of those friends reached out to me. Then, one day, unexpectedly, I receive a message asking for a favor to purchase concert tickets due to a no-show. What a thoughtful way to touch base.
43. Funeral Factor
Sadly, none of my buddies got in touch when my mom died. Despite us growing a bit distant, I had shared a long history with them. Surprisingly, they all managed to make time for a wedding of another person from our circle. It upset me that they couldn't even drop a message during the passing of a parent. One month after, I chose to remove and block them from my Facebook account.
44. Curses!
We've been pals for ages. My friend was a little wild in his youth, but he eventually matured into a good guy. Things shifted though when his mom died, turning him into someone who constantly used bad language. His anger and yelling drove everyone away, except for me.
Years after his mother's loss, despite my constant support and uplifting messages, he kept up with the hurtful language. I really can't stand swearing and rudeness. I saw that I was always there for him when he needed me, acting as his best friend. But, every time I needed a friend, I was all alone.
He seldom really listened to me, and if he did, he didn't respond. One day, he crossed a line and insulted me for no apparent reason. That's where I had to draw a line. I can put up with a lot, but if he can't respect the things that matter to me, then I don't consider him a friend.
45. Broken Over Spring Break
Back when I was in college, I was completely broke. Nevertheless, I had already committed to going on spring break. One of my closest friends offered to lend me $200. I declined initially, saying that I would find a solution. He, however, kept insisting for a couple of days. Finally, I yielded, but explained to him, "Buddy, I won't be able to pay you back until six weeks from now when my tuition check arrives". He didn't hesitate and said, "That's okay. Take the money. I want you to enjoy yourself."
And so, I did. The day after I returned, and consistently day after day, he started requesting his money back. I reiterated our six-week agreement, but he was unresponsive. Once six weeks had passed, I asked him to come collect his money. He behaved clumsily due to feeling guilty about his constant bothering. I said to him, "Take your money and leave". We have not been in contact since then.
46. No Longer On Good Terms
I regularly assisted a friend who had difficulties at home with her child due to ongoing fights with her boyfriend. These hostilities led her to my place, where she would stay for days, only to return to him when tensions eased. Ultimately, she decided to leave him for good, with my support. However, after only three days, she went back to live with him, and they're now expecting another child together.
It became clear to me that she was only interested in my help when there was trouble with her boyfriend. Once they settled their differences, she'd ignore me as if I was a stranger. With that, our communication ceased entirely.
47. His Swing Was A Big Miss
I started living with my closest friend from university. During our time together, he overstepped boundaries with his prescription drugs, constantly left his dirt-covered pants by our entrance, and found out how simple it was to connect with people on Tinder. He began having a string of girls over to our place, often leaving them alone when he had to go to work the next day.
The last straw was when he began extending invites to MY girlfriend, asking her to join him and his Tinder dates for group activities. One day, I arrived home to find my bedroom door locked from the inside—my girlfriend was avoiding him. To make matters worse, a couple of aggressive locals were causing a commotion in our parking lot.
Out of nowhere, he thought that taking down these guys with his airsoft gun was a good idea. Luckily, I managed to snatch it off him before he could fire a shot, potentially putting both of us in grave danger. After this, I had no choice but to kick him out assertively.
48. Corrupted Companion
So, a friend and I began a group focused on a somewhat contentious topic. After half a decade, I opted for a change and launched a few recreational stores. Everything was running smoothly until, a year later, my friend invited me back to our group for a chat. Against my better judgment, I agreed. Huge error.
The conversation wasn't far from the norm. He offered to drop me home, as he was heading that way, and I accepted, albeit reluctantly. Even though I trusted very few people with my home address, I overlooked this concern as he was a close friend. Fast forward two weeks, I was just getting home late one night when I heard a knock on my side door.
Assuming it was my girlfriend, I made my way to open the door. No sooner had I unlocked it, the door swung open, hitting my face and knocking me over. Next thing I knew, my girlfriend, her mother and I were all tied up on our living room floor, while our home was being turned upside down by four masked men.
They eventually discovered my safe and coerced me into giving them the combination. Having robbed me blind, they left me unconscious. I woke up with police and paramedics in my house. It was only thanks to some mutual friends I learned it was him who robbed me. One friend gossiping to another, "[So and so] just got away with over 300K". It's a stark reminder that no matter how long you've known someone, greed can always win.
49. Attention-Seeking Shrew
I have a friend who's always in the spotlight. She would constantly share posts with her cohabiting boyfriend, asking things like, "When will we tie the knot?" You know, stuff of that sort. When I found out the gender of my baby, I shared this info and the ultrasound picture only within our friends group chat, and she was part of it.
I revealed it there because I wasn't ready to make the news public. The day after, a friend outside that group wished me congratulations. Apparently, this friend had publicized my ultrasound scan on HER Facebook story. I was taken aback, but messaged her privately to question why she'd shared it without asking me.
She didn't give birth to the child, yet there were people actually congratulating her thinking it was hers. Some of my private information was also on display. Her reaction was to play the victim, and I doubt she really understood my message. Her reply was an apology followed by mentioning me in our friends' group chat without offering any explanation and then shutting her account down.
The rest of our friends were likewise perplexed, wondering what had transpired. Once I filled them in, they strangely stood up for her, claiming she must have been thrilled for me. I understand, but I would have appreciated being asked first. Surprisingly, I ended up looking like the bad guy just for wanting my matter to remain private.
50. Backstabbing Bestie
I confided in my buddy, letting him in on a deep secret that I was head over heels for this one girl. Among other things, I shared with him my two-year struggle with depression and even contemplating suicide. That's when he let me down in the most unthinkable way.
It didn't take more than a fortnight after I spilled my heart out to him; he began romancing the very girl I had fallen for. Parading his new relationship around me with absolutely no regard for my feelings, he acted like he was unaware of my sentiments.
Sources: Reddit
