Having good authentic friends can lessen life’s burdens as their love and support can make us feel better when facing challenges. Good friends are not only appreciated during sad times, but they are also the best partners to celebrate, share a laugh and go on adventures with.
While we may have friends who might have graduated from friendship to being family because of their love and loyalty, we might still come across some jealous ones.
It may sometimes not be easy to see if your friend is the jealous type but, these following signs may give you an idea of whether they are or not.
They don’t celebrate your success
A jealous friend is one to often not support any of your achievements shares professionals at health information hub Psych Central. When you receive compliments while with them, they may be uncomfortable and start showing signs of irritation.
They may start avoiding you
If you’re someone who is often succeeding or liked by many people, your jealous friend might start avoiding you. They may even miss other friends’ events just to avoid seeing you, shares the above-mentioned hub.
They always make excuses when you need their help
No matter how many times you may have shown up for your jealous friend, they can easily make excuses when it’s your turn to ask for help. “When you need their support in something they always say they don’t have time, they downplay its importance or that another time they will help you,” shares clinical psychologist Aura De Los Santos to multinational financial and business hub Business Insider.
They are very critical of others
Jealous friends are often critical of others and everything they do, this may lead to them criticizing their achievements as well, adds Psych Central.
Everything is about them
Jealous friends often make things about them ignoring others around. “A good way to test for this is by bringing up random topics that have nothing to do with either of you two, ” adds the business hub.
Also see: 4 Types of friends you need in your life
