My friends are going out to a party tonight.
Normally I wouldn't ask if I could tag along, but I did.
I was advised not to go, because they're going to a frat which is known for having guys who aren't really that tolerant while under the influence, so for my own safety (and so I wouldn't be arrested if a fight broke out and I lost, which with my track record, would happen) I shouldn't go, and I reluctantly agreed.
My other friends aren't that fun to be around, or haven't talked to me in a while, so I'm doubting if they were ever my friends.
I have to ask that to myself about all of my "friends," whether they really enjoy me being around or not. Of course asking them directly will always result in a yes, which isn't reassuring because it could be truthful or not.