friendships

Healthy Tips: Don’t Fake the Flu: Closing the Door Gently an Invite

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Faking an illness might’ve worked in middle school, but grown-up friendships need grown-up exits.

Tip: On the final day of our series, remember: you don’t have to justify self-care. Say: “I need to sit this one out for personal reasons, but I hope you all have a great time.” Your true friends will understand—and the fake cough stays in the drawer.

Healthy Tips: People in Healthy Relationships Give Each Other Room to Breathe

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People in healthy relationships maintain individual friendships and interests Doing things separately keeps the relationship energized. Alone time or friend time is not a threat—it’s a refresh. When trust is high, it’s a positive not a negative.

Example: Carlos hikes with his buddies on weekends. His spouse enjoys book club nights. They reconnect afterward with stories to share.

Note: A big part of this is that folks in healthy relationships reconnect afterward and share stories.

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