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Friends are not always true friends. Sometimes they are, but all the same might betray you. You feel torn apart, but must take the right actions.

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Steps

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    What did the friend do? Was he or she forced/blackmailed? Or was he/she doing it for fun? Or by not knowing the harm it could do?
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    Look at it from his/her side. What compelled them to do it?
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    Does your friend want to make up? You should always ask yourself this question. If the friend is being rude, then he/she is not a true friend. You should stop talking to this person. Don't show anyone that you are hurt, which will encourage them.
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    Tell yourself that this person was never meant to be a friend and that it is good you broke up with the person early.
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    If the friend wants to make up, think about it. Do they truly mean it, or not? Give it some time. If they persist, it is likely they will not do it again.
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    If needed, give yourself some time and space away from them to sort out your feelings. Is it worth going back to them? Will it make the friendship awkward forever? Can you still trust them, and are they likely to betray you again?
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    Talk to them about it. This may seem intimidating, but it has to be done. Simply overlooking/forgetting a fault will lead to another break in the future.
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    Forgive, but think twice before you forget.
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Tips

  • Talk to parents and counselors, who can help.
  • Sometimes it's better to forgive and forget than lose a friend.

Warnings

  • Don't be too hasty. While you can take a friend who really continues backstabbing, you may also be destroying a friendship forever...all due to a small reason. In the end, think about it: What matters more, a long friendship, or one small betrayal?

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