Good and Toxic friends. We all know the phrase "a friend in need is a friend indeed." But do you know the difference between good friends and toxic friends? We all have that one friend who is bad-tempered, jealous, and conceited. Are they a true friend to you? Here are 10 major differences to consider: 1. Good friends celebrate your success. They are proud of your achievements, big or small, and are always happy for you. Toxic friends get jealous and cannot handle seeing others succeed. 2. Good friends understand the importance of alone time. They respect your need for privacy and do not get offended if you cancel plans. Toxic friends try to occupy all your time and become upset if you want to spend time alone. 3. Good friends are caring and empathetic. They will compliment you even when you do not look your best and never judge your appearance. Toxic friends judge and criticize you, always pointing out your shortcomings. 4. Good friends respect you and your friendship. They know how to argue without being personal and laugh off any troubles. Toxic friends lose their temper easily and can shout at you in public. 5. Good friends enjoy exchanging opinions and are interested in what you have to say. Even if they disagree, they express it in a respectful manner. Toxic friends only want to win arguments and do not consider your opinion. 6. Good friends believe your words and trust you. Toxic friends doubt everything you say and always double-check facts. 7. Good friends call you because they miss you and care about your well-being. They will check up on you if you miss a class or work. Toxic friends only contact you when they need something. 8. Good friends accept you for who you are. They appreciate your quirks and do not try to change or control you. Toxic friends always try to change your lifestyle and control your decisions. 9. Good friends understand that everyone has other friends and do not judge you for it. They may even become friends with your other friends. Toxic friends do not like you spending time with others and want to be the center of your life. 10. Good friends can keep a secret. They take your trust seriously and would never betray you. Toxic friends gossip and cannot keep secrets. Recognize any of your friends in these descriptions?