Are You Having Friendship Problems?
And Wondering Why?

Friendship problems begin with the self.

Let me explain...

When you feel bad about yourself (low self-esteem and unaware of your needs, wants, and priorities), you'll find friends who treat you the way you treat yourself. Some examples of this are:

• Friends who call you names


• Friends who do not care about you as a person, but are there when they need something.


• Friends who talk about you behind your back.

It's easy to accept this treatment if you already feel bad about yourself.

When you feel good about yourself (you're confident, you know your needs, wants, and priorities, you have hobbies, and interests), you'll find friends who respect you. Some examples of this are:

• Friends who listen to what you have to say.


• Friends who are supportive.


• Friends who never call you names.


• Friends who do not talk about you behind your back.

And why wouldn't they treat you this way, you wouldn't accept any other type of treatment because you treat yourself with respect, dignity, and self-love.

You attract people who are reflections of you. And when you begin changing and growing, you'll begin to recognize the "bad" friendships.

Once you recognize the bad friendships you will no longer tolerate any abuse from anyone because hey, "You're starting to like yourself!"

If you are wondering why you're having friendship problems, take a moment and become aware of how you are treating yourself.

If you are treating yourself badly, chances are your friends are doing the same.

If you are treating yourself kindly and lovingly, chances are your friends are treating you the same.

Choose to be a friend who is nice to oneself first. That way you can be a better friend to others.