Having true friends is a blessing in disguise, but these days it is tough to find such people who are genuinely caring and supportive of others. More often, we end up finding ourselves being surrounded by toxic frienemies– which are generally people who pretend to be nice to us, but in reality they are either not good for us in the long run or badmouth us in our absence. While no one is perfect, some people consistently drain your energy, damage your confidence, or manipulate your emotions. Recognising these toxic behaviours isn’t about judging others— it’s about protecting your peace, mental health, and growth. And so, here we list the types of people one should not be friends with: