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4 Signs Your Friend Might Actually Be Your Biggest Hater

Backhanded compliments, mood shifts and constant one-upmanship can all signal that a friend sees your success as competition.

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Most of us have had a friend who was a secret hater—and if you haven’t, consider yourself lucky. While some competition and jealousy are completely normal in friendships, taking it too far can become toxic for both parties. Unknowingly being friends with your “biggest opp” can completely destroy your confidence and derail your success. Imagine the person who is supposed to be your No. 1 supporter is actually preying on your downfall? That’s bound to do some damage.

That’s why it’s crucial to identify friends who don’t have your best interest at heart. According to Andrew Palmer at Bingotastic, here are four signs your friend is secretly competing with you.

1. They Make Your Good News About Them

Unfortunately, many “friends” feel threatened by their loved ones’ success—so much so that they actively........

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