“To many people, ghosting — which is a passive way to leave a relationship — feels like a gentle breakup,” Koch continued. We Can Blame The Tech (At Least A Little Bit)I’ll be the first to admit that social media has made me far more comfortable ghosting friends than it should. To be clear — and this is in no way an excuse — the people I’ve ghosted were mainly social media and/or online friends. Ending A Friendship RespectfullyAlthough ghosting isn’t a kind way to end a friendship, it’s OK to walk away from certain friends if you feel the relationship isn’t working anymore. But when we need to, we can end relationships and friendships in a way that prioritizes everyone’s dignity and well-being.”


Source:   Huffington Post
December 14, 2025 14:09 UTC