Matters of the Heart

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My BFF gets so jealous if I have other friends. Do I have to choose between them?

Together Time

Kasirha Talk to your friend to find out what the problem is. Did something happen to make her feel this way, or do you act differently when your other friends are around? If it’s just that she’s not comfortable with your other friends, plan an event together and invite the other girls. You could also plan something special for just the two of you to do each month!

—KASIRHA, AGE 11, IND.

Decisions, Decisions…

Brooke Of course you don’t have to choose between friends! Talk to your BFF and tell her (or him) that it’s your right to be friends with anyone you want. Explain that you’re not trying to force everyone to be friends, but that it would be nice if everyone could just get along. It’s not fair that you would have to choose!

–BROOK, AGE 11, ONTARIO.

Listen & Learn

Cheyenne Talk it out. Ask her why she feels so jealous and really listen to what she has to say. If she’s just feeling insecure, tell her the good things about herself and let her know why you like her so much. Make sure she knows your friendship is strong, but that it’s difficult for you when she acts this way.

–CHEYENNE, AGE 11, IND.

Been There, Done That!

Samantha I’ve had a friend like that, and it’s hard to “choose.” If talking to your BFF doesn’t work and she is still treating you like she owns you, then she’s really not being a BFF. A BFF is supposed to be an understanding, trustworthy person you love to hang out with. If you feel like you have to choose between friends, your BFF isn’t being the “best” friend that she could be.