Zoe Asher
Zoe Asher
How To Spot a One-Sided Friendship Before It Drains You
How To Spot a One-Sided Friendship Before It Drains You
How To Spot a One-Sided Friendship Before It Drains You
Thursday 2nd October 2025
Learn how to identify one-sided friendships before they drain you. Discover the signs and how to address them in this engaging episode.
18 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Identify if you're always the one initiating contact.
- Recognise when your achievements go uncelebrated.
- Understand the difference between transactional and genuine friendships.
- Communicate openly about perceived imbalances.
- Embrace 'useless friends' who bring joy without expectations.
"We are one conversation away from a friendship being unlocked to a depth that we never could have imagined."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'Accidentally Intentional', Zoe Asher dives into the tricky terrain of friendships, offering guidance on spotting one-sided relationships before they drain you dry. With a sprinkle of humour and a heap of wisdom, she shares five key signs that your friendship might be more of a burden than a blessing.
From always being the one to initiate contact to noticing when your triumphs go uncelebrated, Zoe provides practical advice on identifying imbalances. But wait, before you cut ties, she challenges you to consider whether your friend might be unaware of their actions. Through personal anecdotes, including her own experiences with friendships, Zoe encourages listeners to communicate openly and honestly to potentially salvage relationships that are worth keeping.
She also introduces the concept of 'useless friends' as those who bring joy without any transactional value, reminding us that true friends are there for both the highs and lows of life. With a gentle nudge towards introspection, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to enrich their social connections and build more meaningful relationships. So, are you ready to become the friend you want to have?