The ‘end’ in friendship sometimes comes quicker than we expect it but that doesn’t mean you should settle for situations that hurt you. Pick up your end of year scissors, we’ll show you how to cut off friendships that hurt you.
- Block them everywhere…except Snapchat
The first step to letting go of a hurtful friendship is ensuring they no longer have access to your safe spaces (the ones you can control anyway). Out of sight, out of mind—but not too out of sight that they can’t see you living your best life.
- Hang out with your other friends
Another way to ease the loss of a crappy friendship? Pour yourself into your other relationships. See why it’s important to leave them on Snapchat? Now they’ll see you having the time of your life with friends who aren’t crazy. Maybe they’ll reflect on their not-so-demure actions.
- Have a sweet treat, you deserve it
Whether it’s ice cream, a large serving of suya, pizza or a big box of cookies, it’s hard to stay sad when you’re eating a delicious meal. Treat yourself to something decadent and forget about the stress that bad friend brought into your life.
- Pick up a new hobby
Lagos is is teeming with fun activities for everyone. From archery to swimming and tennis, pick up a new activity that sparks joy and keeps bad energy far away. Who knows, you might meet new friends while at it.
- Affirm yourself
Develop affirmations to remind yourself of who you are and what you deserve. Say things like “I am a good friend” and “I deserve good friends”. These affirmations will help you let go of bad friendships and look to the future.
- Listen to music
Listen, it’s almost impossible to stay sad while jamming to Rema’s Ozeba. Turn on some great music to shake those blues away!
- Retail therapy
This is not financial advice, but you can tick something off your wishlist and let Christmas come early for you. There’s nothing more thrilling than waiting for a delivery driver’s call about your package. A gift from you to you—how thoughtful.
