Hi Numpty,

From what you've written, it sounds like you've simply made a few bad choices with friends - but that's okay, we've all done that at some point in life. You mentioned one friend in particular who always wanted something from you. I went through the exact same experience with a "friend" whom I was very close with. I was very deeply hurt by his actions and it made me isolate from others for fear of being hurt again (and thus, I probably missed out on some much healthier friendships). But soon after he abandoned our friendship, I found out that he used almost everyone in the same way. I felt incredibly relieved because it wasn't about me after all, it was about him. I don't want or need friends like that in my life - and neither should you!

Please try to seek out people who will love and accept you for who you are. They might be hard to find at first, but they really do exist. You'll see.

Wishing you nothing but peace and love on your journey!