I’ve been thinking a lot about the emotional labor we pour into friendships that don’t serve our mental health. We’re taught loyalty means staying close forever, but for those with an anxious attachment style, keeping every connection at maximum intensity is exhausting. There’s a radical case for 'downsizing' friendships rather than ghosting. It’s about recalibrating intimacy levels so you aren’t triggered by unmet expectations. Moving a best friend to an 'occasional acquaintance' isn't a failure; it’s a healthy boundary. By lowering the stakes, you preserve peace and stop the spiral of wondering why they didn’t text back. Mental health should come before social obligation. Sometimes, loving someone means seeing them a lot less often. It is time we prioritize our internal stability over maintaining every single high-maintenance and demanding social tie. #psychology #culture #wellness https://thoxt.com/l/wN90D8 🔗