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Psychologist shares 5 barely noticeable signs of outgrowing a friendship…
Psychologist shares 5 barely noticeable signs of outgrowing a friendship and how to get out of it
Psychologist shares 5 barely noticeable signs of outgrowing a friendship and how to get out of it
Friendships do not come with an expiration date, but they often run their course during our lifetime. Roz Colthart shares subtle signs to notice at the time.
Published on: Apr 27, 2026 1:35 PM IST By Debapriya Bhattacharya Share via Copy link The beginning of every friendship is always special, and often even magical. Two individuals previously unrelated find common ground and decide that they want to be a part of each other’s lives. While embarking on such a journey, people tend to contemplate many things, but rarely the end of the said friendship. The early signs of friendship running its course are very subtle. (Pexel) Also Read | From UTIs to cancer: Women share bizarre experiences when their body rejected a toxic partner, and the comments are wild However, it is a sad reality that many friendships run their course during our lifetime. And even though one may not be willing to accept it easily, there are clear signs that indicate the arrival of the expiration date. Taking to Instagram on April 21, Roz Colthart, a Master of Science in Positive Psychology from East London University and a business professional with over 25 years of experience, pointed out five such signs which are barely noticed by regular people. She substantiated them by pointing to psychologist Laura Carstensen’s research at Stanford University, which found that “as we get older, we get better at editing who we give our time and energy to. Not because we become cold. Because we become clearer. And sometimes that clarity is uncomfortable.” The five signs of outgrowing a friendship, as shared by Roz Colthart, are as follows. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Psychologist | MSc MBA | Happiness Confidence Resilience Expert (@roz_colthart)1. Quiet sense of dread ahead of meeting
One of the first signs of friendship coming to an end is a quiet sense of dread whenever the time comes for two friends to meet. It is different from dislike or drama, just something like a low hum of discomfort that cannot be explained, shared Colthart.2. Not sharing good news first
When the person with whom one used to share any good news first drops off the radar, and does not even come to mind before any good news is known by a number of other people, it is a red flag for the friendship.3. Editing oneself around them
A friend is someone with whom one can have a heart-to-heart. When the relationship is waning, people stop being completely and vulnerably honest with their friend, being aware of how they are going to react in a particular situation. The real stuff often thus remains unspoken.4. Feeling relieved when plans are cancelled
If friends do not truly want to hang out with each other any more, and start looking forward to plans being cancelled, or even feel quiet relief when that happens, that is a sign of the friendship approaching its final days. Even feeling guilty about the relief hints at this.5. Feeling tired after spending time together
If the company of a friend leaves one more tired than before, it is a major red flag for the relationship. It might not be apparent every time, but often enough that one starts to notice it. “If this sounds like you, here’s the thing nobody says out loud. The stakes with a long friendship are high. These are people who know your whole story. But sometimes the kindest thing, for both of you, is not a conversation or a confrontation. It’s just a slow, quiet fade. No drama. No blame. Just two people growing in different directions,” shared Colthart. “And that is allowed.” Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Debapriya Bhattacharya Debapriya Bhattacharya is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times. He started his career in 2022, working in newsrooms in beats like education, US news, trending stories, and entertainment. In his new role in the lifestyle desk, he seeks to deliver a balanced blend of research-driven reporting and creative storytelling from health and recipes to art and culture. Science, philosophy, food and pop culture are what pump his veins and help bring heart to his stories. Debapriya tries to see out subjects that will allow him and readers to explore new frontiers and improve the quality of life for all. The explorations can be both external and internal, as thoughts seek to be as chaotic as the greater universe. As a citizen of the world, Debapriya has been fascinated by the lives of people across the globe throughout time. His curiosity leads him to explore new linguistic and cultural landscapes to broaden his horizons and deepen his understanding of global narratives. Beyond the newsroom, Debapriya loves to participate in debate and theatre, spaces that he considers to be holy grounds for nuance and self-expression. A graduate from Ashutosh College, University of Calcutta, Debapriya completed his Master's degree from the same university in 2022. An ambiverted bibliophile, he loves his solitude as much as he adores stimulating conversations. And despite his reverence for tech, libraries continue to be his favourite place for research.Read More Relationship Friends Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crick-it, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Quizzes, Polls & much more. Explore now!.Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Taylor Swift, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs. News/Lifestyle/Relationships/Psychologist Shares 5 Barely Noticeable Signs Of Outgrowing A Friendship And How To Get Out Of It See Less
The beginning of every friendship is always special, and often even magical. Two individuals previously unrelated find common ground and decide that they want to be a part of each other’s lives. While embarking on such a journey, people tend to contemplate many things, but rarely the end of the said friendship.
Also Read | From UTIs to cancer: Women share bizarre experiences when their body rejected a toxic partner, and the comments are wild
However, it is a sad reality that many friendships run their course during our lifetime. And even though one may not be willing to accept it easily, there are clear signs that indicate the arrival of the expiration date.
Taking to Instagram on April 21, Roz Colthart, a Master of Science in Positive Psychology from East London University and a business professional with over 25 years of experience, pointed out five such signs which are barely noticed by regular people.
She substantiated them by pointing to psychologist Laura Carstensen’s research at Stanford University, which found that “as we get older, we get better at editing who we give our time and energy to. Not because we become cold. Because we become clearer. And sometimes that clarity is uncomfortable.”
The five signs of outgrowing a friendship, as shared by Roz Colthart, are as follows.
“If this sounds like you, here’s the thing nobody says out loud. The stakes with a long friendship are high. These are people who know your whole story. But sometimes the kindest thing, for both of you, is not a conversation or a confrontation. It’s just a slow, quiet fade. No drama. No blame. Just two people growing in different directions,” shared Colthart. “And that is allowed.”
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.
Source: HindustanTimes
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