If someone consistently makes you feel drained, criticized, or small, it’s time to step back.
Healthy boundaries are not cruel — they’re a form of emotional self-care, especially as we age and grow wiser.
3. Stop Trying to Fix Them
You cannot love someone into healing their envy. You cannot reason someone out of resentment.
If they hate you — even secretly — it’s their battle to fight, not yours.
You’re not responsible for their inner world.
4. Face Them, If You Feel Safe Doing So
Sometimes, clarity comes from a conversation.
If you sense tension, and feel safe, you can ask:
“Is something bothering you between us?”
You may not get honesty, but at least you’ve broken the silence. And sometimes, that opens the door for necessary distance or healing.
5. Lean Into Genuine Connections
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