Even so, friendships add a lot to our lives.

How much effort, if any, should you be putting into maintaining a platonic union?

Should it all feel natural and easy?

friends smiling on a boat

Or should it feel like work?

You shouldn’t have to work at it.

It should be organic."

Sad woman looking at phone

Well and Good calls this notion “coasting.”

What is friendship coasting and why is it a red flag?

It’s when one person stops putting any effort into maintaining or growing the relationship (viaElite Daily).

Friends taking a selfie

But, the same can be said about friendships, perWell and Good.

A healthy friendship is one where both parties put in the effort required to fuel the relationship, reportsHealthline.

Either way, you’re doing yourself a favor by spotting the signs and doing something to rectify them.