Across
- 3. — A toxic friendship often thrives on guilt, with one person making the other feel responsible for their emotions. (5 letters)
- 4. — A healthy friend is often described as this, meaning they do not pass judgment but offer support instead. (9 letters)
- 6. — When a friendship feels draining, and one person feels emotionally exhausted by the other. (9 letters)
- 7. — Healthy friends communicate their feelings openly, without fear of judgment or rejection. (10 letters)
- 8. — A codependent friendship happens when one person relies too heavily on the other, stifling growth. (11 letters)
- 10. — Healthy friends respect this, avoiding manipulation or pressure to conform. (12 letters)
- 11. — Empathy is key to healthy relationships; without it, a friendship can easily become self-serving. (8 letters)
- 12. — In a healthy friendship, both friends offer this—honesty—without fear of hurting the other. (8 letters)
- 13. — This occurs when one friend deliberately isolates the other from their social circle or family, a sign of toxicity. (10 letters)
- 15. — Toxic friendships often involve this form of gaslighting, where one person makes the other doubt their reality. (9 letters)
- 16. — Healthy friends help one another achieve goals by providing inspiration and accountability. (5 letters)
Down
- 1. — A balance in friendships means both people give and take equally, avoiding a dynamic of exploitation. (7 letters)
- 2. — Toxic friendships often lead to this emotion, where one person feels as though they’re constantly walking on eggshells. (9 letters)
- 5. — One-sided friendships can lead to resentment, when one person feels used or unappreciated. (10 letters)
- 8. — When a friendship lacks this, it often becomes an unhealthy competition rather than cooperation. (9 letters)
- 9. — A key trait of healthy friendships, this means sharing common interests and understanding each other’s boundaries. (9 letters)
- 14. — In healthy friendships, both parties are committed to this practice, offering emotional support. (8 letters)
