I hear about this more often than you’d think. Someone opens their feed and realizes a friend has quietly disappeared. No message. No explanation. Just gone. And even though it happens online, it triggers a very real emotional response. For many people, getting unfriended feels like a small rejection they weren’t prepared for. It really doesn’t matter which platform you use. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok… the emotional circuitry is the same. Losing or removing a connection online hits a surprisingly deep part of the brain. Why it feels like a breakup Social media used to be a side thing. Now…