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10 Signs Your Friend Is Secretly Happy When Things Go Wrong For You

10 Signs Your Friend Is Secretly Happy When Things Go Wrong For You

Published by Jenni Sidey

While we’d like to think that our friends will always be there for us, whether it’s lending a listening ear or providing comfort when we’re sad, some people aren’t so lucky. Behind your back, they may often feel jealous and struggle to cope with their emotions, all while putting on a fake smile and cheering you on to your face. Unfortunately, you may not notice the signs your friend is secretly happy when things go wrong, as their actions are often subtle and shrouded in inauthentic support. When their jealousy becomes harder to hide, these fake friends may become erratic, only wanting to be around when your life is falling apart. So, it’s essential to be wary of friends who seem to only come around when you’re at your lowest. Here are 10 signs your friend is secretly happy when things go wrong for you 1. They highlight your failures and minimize your achievements Dean Drobot | Shutterstock True friends are always happy for your success. No matter what they’re going through in their own …

People Who Don’t Know How To Be Fake Usually Say These 11 Phrases When They Talk To You

People Who Don’t Know How To Be Fake Usually Say These 11 Phrases When They Talk To You

Published by Jenni Sidey

While most people intrinsically understand the difference between a truly authentic person and someone faking it in conversations and interactions, according to experts from UC Berkeley, it’s still relatively elusive and difficult to explain. From language to personal style and someone’s general social aura, it tends to look different for everyone in practice. However, people who don’t know how to be fake usually say certain phrases when they talk to you that reveal just how authentic they really are. They’re not shifting their personality depending on who’s around or trying to justify their decisions. They’re simply being who they are, with no filter or edit. People who don’t know how to be fake usually say these 11 phrases when they talk to you 1. ‘That doesn’t make sense to me’ RZ Images | Shutterstock.com Truly authentic people aren’t afraid to admit that they don’t know something or ask for help from others. They’re open about their knowledge, and generally skew from the overconfident, loud behaviors of someone who’s trying to seem smarter than they actually are. Especially …

People With These 12 Rare Traits Are (Almost) Never Fooled By Fake People

People With These 12 Rare Traits Are (Almost) Never Fooled By Fake People

Published by Jenni Sidey

Protecting yourself from being fooled by fake people is key to maintaining healthy relationships and building a happy, fulfilling life. It’s not always easy to tell who is fake and who is authentic, especially in an era where everyone seems to project a perfect life online.  However, certain people have perfected the art of self-preservation. People with a few rare traits are truly almost never fooled by fake people. When it comes to negative energy, their antennae are up and their boundaries are strong.  People with these 12 rare traits are (almost) never fooled by fake people 1. They have deep intuition shurkin_son | Shutterstock While everyone has some innate intuitive skills, those who are almost never fooled by fake people are better recognizing them and acknowledging the messages. Trusting your gut can be difficult, especially in the face of a long-term friendship or comfortable partner, but it’s also one of the signs you are very good at recognizing fake people. We protect and cultivate our emotional health with social connection, but that’s impossible to …

20 Signs Your Best Friend Is Fake — Even If They Claim To Be Ride-Or-Die

20 Signs Your Best Friend Is Fake — Even If They Claim To Be Ride-Or-Die

Published by Jenni Sidey

It’s great to have a best friend, a ride-or-die who is honest with you. Someone who shows they truly care about you and knows you can do better.  But when honesty turns into brutal, unnecessary criticisms, and you find yourself losing comfort with your friends who claim to be ride-or-die, then they’re nothing but fake friends rather than your true supporters. Here are 20 signs your best friend isn’t on your team anymore, even if they claim to be ride-or-die: 1. They are fake A fake friend is someone who pretends to be your friend by putting on a facade of sorts, but never actually has your best interests at heart. They are motivated by their own needs and desires with little to no thought towards yours. Fake friends are insincere people who are most likely your “friend” to get something out of you. In other words, they lack genuine concern for your well-being. A real friend is there to support and encourage you. They are there to add to your life, not deplete you. …