I’ve experienced this kind of confusing, mismatched affection, which, over time, can make you feel so used, foolish, and taken advantage of. What makes this even more complicated for me is that I keep thinking the other person will turn things around, since overall they’ve been a good friend. It’s just that, over time, what at first felt like occasional mistakes have turned into a pattern of behavior, eating away at my confidence and trust in them.
