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You’re Not Fake for Leaving People Behind

May 28, 2017 By LLH Leave a Comment

Deep Life Quote: You're not fake for leaving people behind who aren't benefiting you positively.

“You’re not fake for leaving people behind who aren’t benefiting you positively.” – Author Unknown

Growing Beyond Relationships That Don’t Serve You

Let’s be honest—walking away from people who don’t lift you up isn’t being fake; it’s being wise. There’s this strange guilt we carry about outgrowing relationships, like we owe everyone permanent access to our lives. But here’s the truth: your personal journey requires regular pruning of connections that drain rather than nourish you. This isn’t about coldly calculating what others can do for you. Rather, it’s recognizing that healthy relationships should have a certain balance, where both people walk away feeling better for having spent time together.

Think about your life as a garden you’re tending. Some relationships are like beautiful flowers that bring color and joy, while others are like weeds that choke out your growth. When you spend hours with someone and consistently feel worse—more doubtful, more anxious, more depleted—that’s your spirit trying to tell you something important. Listen to it. The people who belong in your inner circle are those who water your dreams, not those who salt your soil with criticism, drama, or constant negativity.

Many of us stay in draining relationships because we fear being seen as mean or disloyal. But consider this: every hour you spend with people who diminish you is an hour stolen from connections that could help you bloom. This isn’t selfishness—it’s stewardship of your one precious life. Sometimes the kindest thing you can do for both yourself and others is to create distance, allowing everyone space to find relationships where they truly fit. Not every friendship needs to end dramatically; many can simply fade to acquaintanceships with no hard feelings.

I’ve worked with countless people who transformed their lives not by adding anything new, but by releasing what wasn’t serving them. One woman told me her confidence skyrocketed within months of limiting time with a friend who subtly competed with her. Another found the courage to pursue his dreams after stopping weekly dinners with family members who constantly doubted him. The pattern is clear: when you remove sources of negativity, you create space for opportunity and joy to find you.

So give yourself permission to move on when relationships consistently leave you feeling smaller. This doesn’t make you fake—it makes you faithful to your own growth. The people who are meant to travel with you for the long haul will celebrate your boundaries and respect your evolution. And as you get comfortable with letting go, you’ll discover something beautiful: the right people begin to appear almost magically, drawn to the authentic energy you now have space to radiate. Your future self will thank you for having the courage to choose your well-being today.

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