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To cut my friends off?

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eirrah · 17/07/2017 19:34

They aren't interested in my life. They only get in touch when it suits them. They get jealous of any other friendships I have. They do petty things like never "liking" another on social media. They've all said they can't attend my wedding as another friend is getting married the same year (not actually sent her invites out). They make me feel really shitty about myself and make me question whether I'm a nice person, or else why else would they treat me this way?

My boyfriend says it's emotional abuse sometimes and so do my work colleagues.

I feel really shitty and know I need to ditch them but after 15 years of friendship in the same circle of friends I'm kind of scared.

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acapellagirl · 17/07/2017 21:44

I do agree with Gingers post - esp advice on the flying monkeys!

eirrah · 17/07/2017 21:44

They're both abroad but nobody has even sent the invites out yet! I aren't bothered they aren't coming as understand people can't afford but they've all chosen the other wedding to go to. One girl who thinks she should be maid of honour definitely expects to be a bridesmaid but I don't want to anymore. I have actually bought a card to give to her and a gift, but I am distancing myself and once it's gone a few weeks/months without contact I'll ask the girl I do want to attend!

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chocomochi · 17/07/2017 21:45

You've had a lot of good advice above.

I had a group of these "friends" people I've known since uni. Similar thing happened with the group not being very nice and everything being superficial, I stopped contacting the group and not one person got in touch to ask what was wrong (it's been 6 years now). I'm glad they are out of my life now as I've found some nicer friends.

I did feel sad and didn't want to let go at the beginning, but best thing that could have happened. Although I am in awe and sometimes envy people who have been friends with people since primary/secondary/uni.

Italiangreyhound · 17/07/2017 22:00

That's good OP concentrate on the person you like, and make new friends.

Fruitcorner123 · 17/07/2017 22:02

staying with friends who treat you like shit can stop you from making lots of other friends.

absolutely agree with this! Good luck op.

eirrah · 18/07/2017 18:19

I've unfollowed from social media and I already feel instantly good.

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Sushi123 · 18/07/2017 19:24

Good, they sound like bitches

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