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Results for 04/03/2007 to 04/17/2007
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Last week, Pollypop said:
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"My Best Friend's Brother
I really like my best friend's brother and I think he likes me too. He is one year older than me. I feel really guilty because I feel like I'm leaving out my best friend in some way! Please Help!"
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290 SmartGirls replied:
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Talk to someone outside of the situation, whether it is another friend or a parent you trust. They may see the situation in a different light and have advice that could work for everyone. |
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Talk to the brother about your concerns for your best friend. He obviously knows your best friend well also, so possibly the two of you can come up with a fair solution to the problem. |
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If you feel like your best friend will be hurt, then possibly it would be better to not get involved with her brother. Remember, there will be plenty of other guys that are out there that you haven't met and may like just as much! |
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Talk to your best friend about the situation. Let her know that she is still important to you and that her brother could never replace her, no matter what happens. |
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45% gave other responses. Some SmartGirls said:
Talk to your friend - after all, she is your best friend! Then, tell her how confused you are about her brother's signs, and ask her what she thinks about it. Then, make it clear that you aren't going to her just so you and her brother can get together, but that she is your friend. Who knows, she might tell you that her brother already has a girlfriend! You must separate your time spent with both of them properly. Don't hang out with your best friend just because you want to hang out or meet her brother. Take the time to meet your best friend and let her know that you will spend time with her brother, too. When that happens, tell her it does not mean you are leaving her out. ~eezgal Talk to your best friend about this. Tell her you're concerned about her feelings, and ask her how she feels about the situation. Honestly, I think you should avoid dating her brother because it could be very awkward. Remember boyfriends come and go, but friends aren't as easy to find. I recommend that you imagine being in the shoes of your best friend and think of how she will feel when she finds this out. Will she be happy? Upset? This way you can make a wise decision about what you should do.
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