Warning: If you ignore these rules, get ready for unnecessary drama, passive-aggressive texts, and group chat meltdowns. Friendship is supposed to be fun, not an emotional rollercoaster filled with eye-rolls and betrayal. So, if you want to keep your girl gang solid without the unnecessary chaos, read on!
1. No Trash-Talking Your Friends
If you wouldn’t say it to her face, don’t say it behind her back. Gossiping about your bestie will always come back to bite you. And trust me, when it does, it won’t be pretty. Want peace? Keep your lips sealed.
2. Don’t Flirt With Her Crush – Ever
This is an unbreakable rule. Even if he looks at you like you’re the last piece of chocolate cake on Earth, keep it classy. There are billions of guys in the world; you don’t need to choose the one she already likes. #GirlCode
3. Be Honest, But Not Brutal
Yes, she deserves the truth, but does she really need to hear “That dress makes you look like a lost flamingo”? Deliver honesty with kindness, or just zip it. Friends should build each other up, not rip each other apart.
4. Don’t Be a One-Sided Texter
If she’s always the one reaching out, that’s a problem. No one likes feeling like they’re chasing a ghost. If you care, show it. Send that “Hey, how’s life?” text every once in a while.
5. Know When to Drop It
Not every argument needs to turn into a full-blown Cold War. Sometimes, “I’m sorry” is all that’s needed. If she’s genuinely apologizing, accept it and move on. Holding grudges is exhausting.
6. Celebrate Her Wins – Even If You’re Jealous
She got the lead role? The dream internship? The cute boyfriend? Clap for her! Being a real friend means cheering for her success, not secretly hoping she trips on stage.
7. Respect Her Secrets
If she tells you something in confidence, lock it in a vault and throw away the key. Spilling her secrets for “just a little tea” is the fastest way to lose trust. And trust, once broken, is harder to fix than a cracked phone screen.
8. Be There When It Matters
Fair-weather friends are everywhere, but true friends show up when life gets tough. Whether it’s a heartbreak, a bad grade, or a family issue, be the person she can count on – no excuses.
9. Know When to Walk Away
Not every friendship is meant to last forever. If someone is toxic, manipulative, or constantly making you feel bad about yourself, it’s okay to let go. Your mental peace is more important than a forced friendship.
Friendship isn’t about being perfect – it’s about being there, being kind, and being real. So, which of these rules have you mastered, and which ones do you need to work on? Drop a comment below and let’s talk about it!