My friends have made a voting board today. We had to pick our favorite person in the friend group. We are a friend group of six. Only two of us voted. And one of them was my best friend in the whole friend group. She picked someone else. She has been ignoring me and not paying attention. She has been mad at me for the stupidest reason. What do I do?
Hey, this voting board has stirred up something much bigger than a simple vote 💛
Voting for favourite people can be really hurtful, and it isn’t a healthy way to handle friendships.
It makes sense to feel upset when a best friend chooses someone else, ignores you or stays mad at you.
Once things feel calmer, you could ask to talk and explain that being ignored makes you feel hurt, rather than accusing them, as that may stop them becoming defensive.
Try to listen to their point of view too, so you can both understand what caused the argument and whether it can be worked out.
If they keep ignoring you or getting mad over things that feel minor, it’s okay to step back and think about whether this friendship feels supportive and respectful 💖
For now, you could spend time with friends or family members who treat you well and help you feel valued.
Hope this helps 🫶
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