When do you know it’s time to give up on a friendship?

[Justneedtokno]

Everything feels forced for them for for me it’s just trying to be there

[Anonymous]

When you reach a point where you cannot help the person anymore.

I had a friend who lost his job. And he was very picky about getting another job. The weeks turned into months, the months turned into years, and he still hadn't got another job. All the while him getting more and more hostile. I even tried to get him a job where I worked and he got angry at me for it. Finally a had to just sever all ties with him. I didn't want to do it. But whatever demons he was fighting he clearly didn't want my help. I still talk to his brother so he gives me updates. I wish the best for him. That's all I can do at this point.

[AviatorTom]

Often a friendship ends when you physically move apart, start new friendships, and no longer stay in touch. It may also end when one of you no longer feels the need to spend time together, however infrequent that may be.

[AviatorTom]

Thanks for MHO

[Dongie]

When she develops a habit of taking everyday strife out on you. She morphs into this bitch and begins to unload on you her hardships and your lack of concern after you try to work in a bit of light hearted comedy after 35-45 minutes of the shit. That's when you can be sure she doesn't value you as a friend.
Also when you get diagnosed with a possibly terminal disease like heart failure and she doesn't even respond by phone.

[Wiredone]

For me, when it becomes a one way street or they only call when they need something

[EnjoytheDay777]

When you know it's not a friendship anymore, shouldn't be a chore for them

[NathanDavis]

it isn't