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How do you handle friends who only contact you when they need something?

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OneWayFriendsAsked Aug 1, 2026
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I like helping people, but a few friends disappear until they need favors. How do you set boundaries without being rude?

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People discuss setting boundaries with one-sided friendships.

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MatchEnergy2 weeks ago

I match effort now. If someone never shows up for me, I stop overextending for them.

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DirectButKind2 weeks ago

You can say, 'I can’t help this time.' You do not need a courtroom explanation.

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PatternMatters2 weeks ago

One emergency is normal. A pattern is different. I started saying no to favors when there was no real friendship outside requests.

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