How do I deal with a friend who constantly tries to push my buttons?

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After thinking about it, she always tries to make me angry just out of a normal conversation. For example, I'm out of town to meet my family and she invited me to a movie night with some friends. I politely declined, stating why I physically cannot be there. She replied "I guess you just don't care about your friend anymore, but it's ok". 
I finally realize that she gets the pleasure from making other people feel like crap and upset about themselves, guilting them into thinking that they did something wrong regardless of the situation. 
The negative energy really brought me down and made me frustrated. I did bring this up to her many times but she always tries to instigate crap out of nowhere and push my buttons from nothing. 
Is it time to call this unhealthy friendship off?

Pricee · Accepted Answer

yes,,,,that person is a living cancer.. you don't need the drama...move on..she probably is losing a lot of friends over time..i would never hang out with a person like that

coltarian · Answer

I had the exact same issue. So one day while he ( my best friend) sat criticizing me on my recent achievement I put him in his place (Rather strong words spat through clenched teeth). Granted, he didn't speak to me for a few days, but he shut up. I think coming out straight with people gives them an idea as to how you want things to be.

linkus86 · Answer

Yes its time to call the unhealthy relationship off.  She needs to understand her passive aggressive jabs are not tolerated.  The sad part is she likely learned this behavior from her mother, as mothers are notorious for this kind of thing.

? · Answer

Yes, you should have done it right after talking to her about it and seeing no change. But now's better than never.

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How do I deal with a friend who constantly tries to push my buttons?

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