I ghosted a problematic friend. Now I feel terrible, but also relieved | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

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Key context: <p>Your friend gave you little choice but to end your relationship. You were right to prioritise your own wellbeing </p><p><strong>I had a friend who </strong><strong>I always felt </strong><strong>on edge around, </strong><strong>but I tried to push past that </strong><strong>and give them an opportunity. They had experienced childhood trauma</strong><strong> and had mental health issues. I put my discomfort down to </strong><strong>having to be a bit more accommodating</strong><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong>They </strong><strong>seemed incapable of maintaining friendships</strong><strong> and would paint themselves as a victim, saying they constantly get ghosted</strong><strong>. </strong></p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/jul/19/ghosted-problematic-friend-feel-terrible-but-relieved">Continue reading...</a> This development from The Guardian highlights ongoing changes in the sector.