‘If I haven’t heard from a friend in a while, or their most recent message seemed a bit curt, my mind throws up the question: Did I do something wrong?’Illustration: Rita Liu/The Guardian A friend ...

Navigating friendships can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope. We all want to believe the people we invest time and energy in are doing the same for us. But how do you know if someone truly ...

Friendships are usually built on mutual trust, but not every connection we make is genuine. Some people wear masks, often hiding their true intentions behind compliments and carefully chosen words.