“I know it won’t last forever”: why do we stay in touch with ‘time bomb’ friends?

Already noticing the cracks? How to navigate a friendship you know won’t last forever

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“I know it won’t last forever”: why do we stay in touch with ‘time bomb’ friends?

By Amy Beecham

2 years ago

7 min read

Friendship never ends… or does it? Whether you’re surviving on distant memories or already noticing the cracks, here’s how to navigate a friendship you know won’t last forever.


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