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When a good friend ghosts you during a crisis
Making sense of things when you’ve reached out to a friend while you’re going through a crisis—and instead of stepping up, they mysteriously vanish.
How to say no without feeling like a villain
Protect your space by embracing your inner Sven — and what you can say after the “no”
3 ways to step away from a friendship gracefully
How to step back and end a friendship that’s fizzling or unhealthy without ghosting or acting like a jerk
How to turn down a friendship without coming across like a jerk
(3 min read) Sometimes you’ll need to turn down someone’s request for friendship — or you’ll have your attempts at friendship declined by someone you wanted to be friends with. Learn how to gracefully turn down a friendship request, and how to not spiral into shame and self-denigration if someone says no to your invitations.
Got a fading friendship? Take a lesson from this unusual flower
(3 min read) What cyclamen flowers can teach you about handling — and reviving — a friendship that’s entered a quiet period.
How to deal with a friend who doesn't text back
(3 min read) Do you have a friend who doesn’t respond to your texts and calls? Are you wondering if you should keep trying or give up? If you feel like your friend is ignoring you, read this.
Advice Corner: Introverts, Rejection, and Reciprocity
(3 min read) Today we’re answering your questions about making friends with an introvert, rejection, and how to handle a friend who doesn’t reach out.