I always struggle with telling if a new friend is genuine or not?

[Explorer91]

I keep getting myself in situations where I become close with a friend for 3-6 months. Then realise they are actually a frenemy. I get so deflated and disappointed and looking back it was so obvious but I can't see it in the moment.

What are some ways to tell when forming new friendships if they are good for you or not? Apart from obviously bad stuff.

[IslaTheWitch]

I take my time before I call someone "friend". Sometimes, it's obvious that we share chemistry and opinions. But to feel the person, to know them better, time is needed to observe this person in different situations. And then, you can try to draw a conclusion based on your observations, emotions towards this person, and gut feelings.

Giving yourself time to notice all those small things that could turn against you later is important. Noticing red flags... immature behaviors... how they apologize... all those things are important before you let someone closer.

[Paris13]

You Never Even Know Years Down The Line, About Family Who Are Genuine. People Today in This Sick Society, Keep Everyone at Arm's length. God is Your ONLY Savior. xxoo

[Paris13]

Thanks To Gag. xxoo

[McLlovin]

You can weed these so called friends by asking for favors that require their time. Like asking to help move type of things.

[boggboss]

By picking up on red flags and not ignoring the the shit people on here take from (friends) is ridiculous

[Jennz6]

I’ve only ever had one real friend

[RedInnocent68]

@jennz6 that’s so sad! That can’t possibly be…

[Anonymous]

Get a Muslim friends. They are nice people!