We Used to Be Friends.

• Author: Galanes, Philip

I have a good friend who lives in my town. I'm not sure why, but we became estranged. She just stopped talking to me. After that, I decided I didn't want her friendship anymore. But it's uncomfortable to run into her. I smile, say hello, and move on. How do I stop feeling bad about this?--ANONYMOUS

I often make a pitch for trying to sort out the misunderstanding. "What happened between us? Why did you stop speaking to me?" I think the part of you that feels bad wants to do that too...