This week we're talking about those familiar situations, friendships and relationships, in which people take more from us than they give.

We look at the difference between boundaries and demands, and explain why our tolerance for narcissistic traits in other people might wear thin as we get older.

Elizabeth explores why she has a habit of giving everyone the benefit of the doubt, and Emma shares how her journey through peri-menopause has helped her separate the wheat from the chaff.

We leave you with some practical advice about how to communicate more authentically and develop better relationships that are less about giving and more about sharing.

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Best Friend Therapy is hosted by Elizabeth Day and Emma Reed Turrell, produced by Chris Sharp.

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