Dear Annie: Friends use my strength as their personal emotional support, but don’t show up when I need them

Dear Annie: I am the friend everyone calls when they need something. I am the one who remembers birthdays, checks in after ...
NJ.com

Dear Annie: My friend is using me as a therapist and it’s draining

DEAR ANNIE: I’ve been friends with “Ashley” for nine years, and we have supported each other through many hard life events. We hit it off immediately and are very close. We were both single and living ...
Ars Technica

Am I using my friend?

This isn't a thread related to a romantic relationship, but I thought I'd post in here, in order to avoid the Lounge. If the mods feel they need to move this to the Lounge, please feel free, and I ...
al.com

Dear Annie: I’m tired of my friend using me as her therapist

Dear Annie: I’ve been friends with “Ashley” for nine years, and we have supported each other through many hard life events. We hit it off immediately and are very close. We were both single and living ...
Business Insider

I created the friend group of my dreams — then moved across the country. The distance hasn't ruined my relationships.

I've moved eight times, so I'm used to making new friends while maintaining old relationships. To do so, I think it's important to go beyond surface-level conversations. I also like to stay in touch ...