Watch their actions, not just their words. Real connection takes time and consistency. Be cautious of anyone who becomes deeply involved in your life very quickly, only to grow distant or cruel soon after.
5. They Stir Up Trouble—Then Disappear
These individuals rarely cause direct conflict. Instead, they whisper, hint, and plant seeds of doubt in others. Before you know it, friends are fighting, trust is broken, and no one knows why.
They are master manipulators who feed off the drama they secretly create.
What to do:
Pay attention to patterns. If conflict seems to sprout wherever this person goes—but they’re always somehow the “innocent bystander”—start protecting yourself.
Limit what you share with them. Surround yourself with people who resolve conflict, not create it.
6. They Haunt You, Even After They’re Gone
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