Do I expect too much from my friends?

Do I expect too much from my friends?
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There are different levels of friendship. There’s nothing wrong with having the kind of friends who are good for good happy times, but you have to differentiate them from your true blue friends. It sounds like you’re not doing that. I’m not saying that’s a bad thing, but recognizing the difference could save you some emotional energy and disappointment.
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