In the world of friendships, it's impossible to get along all the time. When conflict inevitably arises, it can sometimes be easier to run the other direction than deal with it head on. Of course, we all know that communicating is the better option, but when you're afraid of confrontation that can be easier said than done.
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A few months ago, you and a girlfriend decided to finally lose some weight that you've both been complaining about. Since you were both looking to lose pounds within the same range and starting at the same physical activity level, doing it together seems like a great idea.
But now she’s completely surpassed you weight-loss wise, and she's looking amazing. She remains a diligent and motivating partner, but the problem is that every time you guys work out or go to dinner together, you just end up wondering what’s wrong with you.
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Dear Sugar,
I recently went on a "date" with an acquaintance from college. We had recently been interacting through an online social network, and she happened to be visiting the city I was in at the moment. We met up and had some good conversation over coffee.
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A year before I left for college, I started dating a guy I was crazy about; it was my first love. We had a very happy relationship, but as high school relationships do, things got difficult when I went away to college. By the time I headed home for Winter break, it was clear that he was spending time with another girl behind my back.
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Dear Sugar,
A few years ago I met a guy who quickly became my best friend; in fact, he was really the best thing that ever happened to me. In the beginning we were just inseparable, great friends. But months later, I realized I was in love with him.
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The new guy your best friend is seeing has rubbed you the wrong way from day one. You’ve always been nice to him, but you get a very sketchy and somewhat controlling vibe from him.
Most recently you witnessed some strange scenes between him and your friend where it seems he’s intentionally putting her down in a condescending manner.
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Dear Sugar,
My family is in the process of moving, and while packing up some books, I noticed a number from an old friend from college. We stopped being friends over something stupid — I was young, and felt like I didn't need a friend — but that was two years ago. I was dropping both bad friends and good friends left and right; it wasn't a healthy time for me and shortly thereafter, I slipped into a depression and finally realized how important it is to keep people in your life.
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This scenario is ever present on TV, (LC, Lo, and Audrina for instance) but having to pick sides between friends is not a far stretch from reality. It's inevitable that friends fight, they may even have to break up, but when you're an innocent bystander, you often times suffer as well. If you've ever been in this situation, you know how it feels to be pulled in different directions and how difficult it can be to remain neutral.
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Dear Sugar,
My husband and I have been married for six years and have been together for 10. About three months ago I found out that he had an affair about two years ago. I forgave him, and we have been working together to move past it.
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