5 FRIENDSHIP RED FLAGS - Watch Out For This Type of "Friends”

5 FRIENDSHIP RED FLAGS - Watch Out For This Type of "Friends”

From I Missed Me by Mafe Anzures

March 9, 2026 · 20 min

About this episode

This episode discusses recognizing red flags in friendships and the importance of self-awareness and boundaries.

We spend so much energy making excuses for people that we stop listening to what our gut is actually telling us. It’s not about being quick to judge or cutting people off at the first sign of friction; it’s about learning to distinguish between a bad day and a pattern of behavior that doesn't respect your worth. In this episode, we’re getting honest about self-awareness, discernment, and the messy reality of outgrowing people. It’s not about being judgmental; it’s about learning how to fairly assess if a connection is healthy or just heavy. From identifying one-sided energy and subtle competition to knowing when to set a boundary versus when to walk away—this is a reminder that the quality of your life is often a reflection of the people you allow to stay in it. If you’ve ever felt drained by a "best friend," struggled with the friend who only reaches out for favors, or wondered how to actually act on the red flags you’re seeing without feeling like the "bad guy," this episode is for you. With Love, Mafe. Go to https://beacons.ai/imissedme and check out all of I Missed Me. Check out my personal socials below https://beacons.ai/mafeanzures Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and…

People in this episode

Host: Mafe Anzures

Topics covered

  • friendship
  • self-awareness
  • boundaries
  • mental health
  • toxic relationships

Keywords

  • friendship red flags
  • toxic friends
  • self-awareness
  • boundaries
  • mental health

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