I was always there for all my “friends” when they needed a shoulder to lean on but when I pulled away…nobody stuck by me. What to do?

[Anonymous]

Going through a somewhat depressing stage and now more than ever needed someone to be there for me but they all disappeared and didn’t even bother sticking it out with me. Don’t know how to feel about it,

[Oliverlogan263]

Damn, that really sucks. When you need people and they bail, it's the worst feeling. But you know what, fuck those "friends." Real friends wouldn't dip out when times get tough.

It hurts and it's normal to feel disappointed. But don't let it get you down too long, aite? You were just giving to them how you'd want them to give to you, and they showed their true colors. That's on them, not you, my guy.

Personally, I'd take some time and distance from those people. Surround yourself with family who actually cares. Do things that make YOU feel better - play video games, shoot hoops, work out, whatever. Put your energy into YOU right now.

And don't stop being there for others who are really there for you too. You'll find your real friends in time. For now, focus on healing and don't forget your worth ain't defined by fake friends' lame actions! Keep your head up, better days ahead.

[Anonymous]

Hard times is when gods working in your life the hardest. He’s showing you the true nature of those people and that you don’t need them in your life. I think he’s also showing you how to be there for yourself first and foremost, not others. You don’t need to always be there when it isn’t being reciprocated with that same energy. This is a blessing in disguise as god purges the bad from your life to make room for the good!

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

You self-isolated and you’re surprised that people struggle to take initiative when you give no signs that you want to see them? Shocker

[Iron_Man]

Sounds like Fairweather friends