Friends are Like Clothes in a Closet
You ever clean out your closet and suddenly you’re in a full-blown emotional evaluation of your life? Because honestly, friendships and closets are a lot alike.
Stick with me.
When you go to purge your closet, here’s what happens—and it’s hilariously accurate when you apply it to the people in your life.
1. The Old, Worn-Out, Ratty Sweatshirt You’ll Never Get Rid Of
You know the one. It’s got holes. The sleeves are stretched out. It may or may not have ketchup stains from 2009. But you love it. It’s cozy. It’s dependable. And it’s yours for life.
These are your ride-or-die best friends. No matter what, they’re staying. You don’t have to impress them, explain yourself, or perform. They’re not going anywhere—and honestly, they’d be kind of offended if you even tried to toss them out. Lifers. Period.
2. The Timeless Piece That Always Fits
You don’t wear it often, but when you do—damn, it feels good. It still fits, still looks great, and reminds you why you bought it in the first place. You put it on and go, “Why don’t I wear this more often?”
These are the really good friends. You don’t see them every day. Life happens. But when you reconnect, it’s like no time has passed. It just clicks. No drama, no weirdness—just solid vibes. They’re not in your regular rotation, but they’ll always have a spot on the rack.
3. The Outdated Trend That Needs to Go to Goodwill
Parachute pants. Bedazzled jeans. That wild print shirt from your “trying something new” phase. Look, it had its moment—but that moment has passed. It’s not bad, it’s just not you anymore.
These are the seasonal friends. They were great while it lasted. You had fun, you shared memories, but life took you in different directions. No hard feelings. You’ve just grown, and they’re no longer a fit. You wish them well, but they belong in someone else’s wardrobe now.
4. The "WTF Was I Thinking?" Piece
You pick it up and immediately cringe. Maybe it was a panic buy, maybe it was peer pressure, but whatever the reason—you don’t want anyone (especially yourself) to ever experience this again. You don’t donate it. You burn it.
These are the toxic friendships. The ones that drained you, manipulated you, made you feel small, or just brought pure chaos. You’re not meant to fix it. You’re meant to let it go. Forever. Delete the number, block the energy, keep it moving.
Clean It Out, Make Space
Friendships, like closets, need maintenance. Some pieces stay forever. Some get rotated in and out. And some need to be tossed with zero guilt.
So if you’re feeling the urge to reevaluate your circle—do it. You’re allowed to grow. You’re allowed to change. And you’re definitely allowed to protect your peace.
Just like that old sweatshirt, the right ones will always feel like home.
Now go light a candle, throw on a playlist, and clean out that damn closet—both literally and emotionally.
You’ll feel so much lighter.
