Toxic Relationships. Not talked about often, yet they are all around us. Sometimes they are easy to spot like physical violence and obvious infidelity. Other times it is not as obvious. Toxic relationships aren't just between two people that have a romantic connection, often they are between co-workers, friends, and family. Often enough outsiders of these relationships don't know how to respond and help. As a friend, you should not be forceful of the idea of leaving the relationship, however be more willing to listen and guide them along the journey to get help. Sometimes it may be hard, but that is okay. Heck, sometimes you might not even know what is going on, just sit down and listen because its a good thing to do. Here are Five ways to help a friend get out a toxic relationship:

1. Have your friend stop denying things

Ask things like 'Do you even like ___' or 'is it a chore getting the answers I want from ___'. This should trigger your friends thoughts and get things moving.

2. As well as finding the bad in said relationship, try to find the good.

Ask things like 'Does helping ___ with errands relieve your guilt because you think your life is easier?'

3. Be a positive friend.

Never bring up the bad things alone. Always talk about other things unless your friend brings it uo themself.

4. Make goals.

Stop unnecessary contact, delete the toxic persons cell phone, anything to keep contact to a minimum.

5. Promote coping without overstepping boundaries.

Understand that your friend will still need to cope and accept everything on their own, pushing and antagonizing them about being okay with leaving is the last thing in earth to do.

Be positive and help them as much as you can, but still give them space to breath.