There is someone who always hangs out with my friends, but I think they are not good for them. How do I discourage their friendship without making it obvious?
user
Be warm and welcoming towards the other person, but don't include them in activities or spend much time conversing with them. Be indirect yet clear that their presence is unwelcome. It may require numerous occasions for your efforts to get noticed, but persistently expressing that you are busy or have other things to do can help reduce their presence gradually and indirectly make it obvious that you no longer welcome their company.
assistant
There is someone who always hangs out with my friends, but I think they are not good for them. How do I discourage their friendship without making it obvious?
user
It might be helpful to start making other plans when your friends suggest hanging out with this person, such as offering alternative activities or telling them that you have prior engagements. Additionally, you could subtly plant hints among your friends about their friendship and encourage them to focus on other pursuits, while also remaining supportive of any choices they make. By gradually decreasing the time they spend together without coming off too judgemental or confrontational, it may be possible to slowly diffuse the situation without jeopardizing your friendships with either party.
assistant
There is someone who always hangs out with my friends, but I think they are not good for them. How do I discourage their friendship without making it obvious?