“As an adult now, it’s a trait I really value in my friends.

If your friend doesn’t do this, then they don’t have your back at all.”

So, here are some signs that someoneisn’ta girl’s girl:

1.

A group of friends sharing a joyful moment while posing for a photo at an indoor gathering

“Women who say, ‘I just get along better with guys.’

That puts down all women and basically half of the population.

It screams, ‘I always have to be the center of attention.’

Group of people socializing at an indoor event, one focused pair in conversation

I cannot stand that anti-feminist, sexist bullshit.”

“When they don’t respect your privacy or trust.

I once had a friend who’d tell my secrets to her other friend group.

Two people are sitting on a sofa engaged in a conversation in a home setting

Be careful with who you’re vulnerable with.”

Eden, 19, United States

3.

That’s very telling to me."

Child gives a cheek kiss to a smiling adult seated at a dining table, expressing affection

alexandrak17

5.

“I’ve had this issue so many times before.

I can tell someone isn’t a girl’s girl if they always discount my successes.

Three women sitting in a panel discussion, one holding a microphone

And when I asked her to be my Maid of Honor?

I wish I were joking.

She’s now someone I have no communication with.”

Person applying lotion from a tube to their hand, reflection visible in mirror

That is DEFINITELY not a girl’s girl."

katiejade

7.

“Anyone who pits themselves against the mother of their partner’s children.

Group of diverse people in a circle with their arms around each other in a supportive gesture

“If they ghost you or someone else without any remorse, regret, or explanation.

I’ve had this happen to me three or four times.

Though I won’t have closure, I’m slowly getting over it.

A couple in a strained moment, not engaging with one another, reflecting a mood of tension

Lesson to take away: Don’t ghost someone; use your words and communicate.”

Anonymous, 17

9.

When I was in high school, there was a girl I was in choir with.

Four women in casual attire are smiling and taking a selfie indoors

She was more of a friend of a friend, but we always got along well.

As an adult now, it’s a trait I really value in my friends.

sayhellotojenn

11.

Two individuals embracing and showing affection on a bed

“When a woman refuses women’s right to choose.

Why women would force something on another woman and her body is beyond me.”

Anonymous

13.

A group of individuals at a rally, one holding a sign with “GRL PWR” written on it, embodying empowerment

“I’ve always felt cautious around women who demand unwavering loyalty.

For instance, I hung out in a large (and fun!)

friend group when I was younger.

Occasionally, a pair would sleep together, but it wouldn’t end well.

Now that I’m older, I attempt to avoid getting close to women like that.”

“Publicly defending their (in this case, male) partner’s violent threats toward others.”

psychicsealion588

15.

“When a girl dates your exes.

I had a friend I used to confide in about almost everything especially my ex.

A few years later, she asked me if it was okay to date my ex.

It seemed weird, but I went along with it since I was in another relationship then.

“Women who criticize another woman’s appearance after she received tons of compliments.

Like, why are you trying to debate whether a woman looks good or not?

It just comes off as jealousy.”

annechananne

17.

“Women who say, ‘This is why I’m only friends with guys.’

I hate that shit.”

jillian57

19.

She would sleep with them immediately and then toss them aside.

I don’t know why I stayed friends with her for so long.”

21.Lastly: “Anyone who supports and upholds the patriarchy is not a girl’s girl.”