wikiHow Examples to Politely End a Friendship "I appreciate your friendship, but I don't think we have enough in common to continue as friends." "I've enjoyed getting to know you, but I don't think our personalities mesh well enough for a close friendship." "I need to focus on other priorities in my life right now, so I won't be able to maintain our friendship." "I think it's best for both of us if we don't continue our friendship." "I'm grateful for the time we've spent together, but I don't think we have a strong enough connection for a long-term friendship." "I've been doing some reflection and I don't think I can be the kind of friend you need." "I've realized that our values and beliefs are too different to maintain a close friendship." "I don't think our friendship is healthy for either of us, so I think it's best if we go our separate ways." "I don't want to lead you on or give you false hope for a closer friendship, so I need to be honest and say that I don't want to continue our friendship." "I think we would both be better off finding other people who are a better match for us as friends." "I don't think it's fair to either of us to continue a friendship that isn't fulfilling for both parties." "I appreciate your kindness and friendship, but I think it's best if we part ways as friends." "I need to prioritize my mental health right now, and I don't think our friendship is helping with that." "I think we have different priorities and goals for our lives, and that's okay, but it means we might not be a good fit as friends." "I don't want to give you false hope for a closer friendship when I don't see that happening for us." "I don't think I have the capacity for more friendships right now, and I need to focus on my existing relationships." "I don't want to lead you on or make promises I can't keep about our friendship." "I don't think it's a good idea for us to continue our friendship, but I wish you all the best." "I value the time we've spent together, but I think it's best if we go our separate ways as friends." "I need to be honest and say that I don't feel a strong enough connection to continue our friendship, but I appreciate the time we've spent together." Page