“Your friend likely does feel very sad and does feel like she is losing people. It is the consequences for her actions though.”
“If you care about her I would let her down gently. Or if it feels right you can tell her you need space to reflect and focus on yourself right now. You don’t have to make a final decision about the friendship right now unless you feel totally sure.”
“Kat might not be working there long anymore…that’s what I would hope for. What an uncomfortable situation to be in, I’d probably just give Kat a heads up that you’re too busy to connect.”
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