I've just recently discovered TheRedPill and started my self improvement journey.

A friend of mine, let's call him Jeff. His behaviour always changes when we're in the company of women. He constantly tries to put me down to increase his value their eyes.

I've known Jeff for a few years now and we haven't been successful with girls. Recently I've taken initiative to start approaching girls and have gained confidence. I started working out, performing with my guitar etc.

I've noticed Jeff's demeanor change in the last few months. Whenever I'm in his company he would be cool but whenever we were at a social gathering he would try and 'cockblock' me. He becomes competitive and tries to get with girls that I'm gaming.

If I was talking to a girl he would tell her embarrassing stories about me and make remarks. Usually I just laugh it off, turn it around. etc, but its starting to annoy me and I'm not sure how long I can hold my frame.

I've read about these types of friendships and how some of your friends don't want you to succeed. I'm not sure if my recent SMV increase is a threat to him., but I feel like he's dragging me down. Is it worth ending a friendship over something like this?