Editor's note: The following is an excerpt from Kimberly Guilfoyle's new book "Making the Case: How to Be Your Own Best Advocate" (Harper, May 26, 2015).
The examples of people’s camaraderie and thoughtfulness are endless. The friends I have from childhood are definitely like family to me—extended sisters and brothers, aunts and uncles. So when I read or hear about toxic friendships, I’m sad for people who don’t know what having loving friends is like. I don’t believe in spending time with people who are harmful to me emotionally, mentally, spiritually, physically, or financially. I wish that young people, most of all, would learn to cut ties with those who make them feel bad about themselves or about the other people they love and care for. Continual, intentional, or snarky putdowns have no place in a healthy relationship.
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