How would you respond if your friend asks you “Do you even want to be friends anymore” but you don’t want to be, but you feel bad about saying no?

[Anonymous]

How do I politely tell her, I don’t want to be friends anymore? She already knows I’m drifting away, but I’m not staying because she’s an abusive friend

[melnc]

Politeness isn't required in this situation. Be harsh and let her know you're not interested. Some people think being nice means you're weak. Just say, "I’m done with this friendship. Your toxicity isn’t worth my time. And don't forget... give her the middle (🖕) finger and walk away

[boggboss]

Just end things and or stop talking to her being wishy washy won't help

[noohair]

An abusive friend is not a friend by any means.

[Asker]

I don’t want her to start lashing out, I don’t want to deal with more drama. I just want her to think I’m crazy so she leaves me alone

[noohair]

Block her on your phone. See how that works. If she says anything say you have on idea what she is talking about.