I can't seem to keep any friends for more than two years. Why do I do this and how can I stop? (somewhat long, sorry) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 18, 2009 - 10 answers

Knowing that two of my housemates plan to leave the third one high and dry, while he has no idea about it, do I tell him? Or is this a breach of trust to them? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 14, 2009 - 25 answers

I'm ashamed to say that, even though I'm in my mid 20s, I'm still very inexperience at this relationship thing. Recently I just met this amazing girl who I really like. Unfortunately, after trying for couple months thing didn't worked out. She rejected my advance citing I'm not acting the way she thought I should, and she found another guy she really like. Now what? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 13, 2009 - 24 answers

I've decided to distance myself from a high-drama friend. How can I transition from close friends to distant friends, with a minimum of unhappiness for both of us? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 7, 2009 - 18 answers

How do I rectify this friendship and change? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 6, 2009 - 16 answers

How do I salvage a friendship in an awkward situation? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 5, 2009 - 15 answers

Broken heart / long story filter. My best friend and my love interest got together, though they both knew of my feelings. My friend wants my forgiveness, but I'm still pissed. She was my confidante and I trusted her. Now I don't think I can trust her again, and I have fantasies about her getting her heart broken. How can I move on from this? Should I let them back in my life? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 5, 2009 - 30 answers

Where can I go to meet cool UT grad students in Austin. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 23, 2009 - 12 answers

Help! Can I salvage this friendship even after experiencing the searing pain of rejection? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 23, 2009 - 13 answers

I've been in DC for a few years. In many ways, this can be a really transient city. Since I'm here for the long-haul for work, I'm interested in meeting people who don't see DC as a pit stop, and aren't going to move again in a few years. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 11 answers

Introvert Filter: please help me revive a friendship! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 27, 2009 - 18 answers

How do I navigate this situation without tears or fist-fights? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 26, 2009 - 17 answers

Please talk me out of my anxiety about making friends. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 14, 2009 - 20 answers

When I think about the situation, I think I'm doing the right thing. Then why do I feel so bad about it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 11, 2009 - 44 answers

Ambiguous date requests. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 10, 2009 - 25 answers

What happened to my ability to trust in and connect with people? How do I regain it? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 30, 2009 - 9 answers

Is it legal (or even safe) to buy friendship? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 19, 2009 - 38 answers

Another "how do I become friends with this person?" question! (Only possibly with a little more to it). [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 2, 2009 - 11 answers

Should I meet my crazy ex boyfriend, one that was a huge emotional disaster? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 31, 2009 - 54 answers

Yet another friendship breakup question. A very, very dear friend has disappeared from my life during the past three years. We had this amazing chemistry, which we both acknowledged... until she cut me off her life with no explanation. I have three actual questions on friendship breakups. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 24, 2009 - 43 answers

Over the past year, I have slowly been dumped by a friend... I think? Should I just let her go? How to deal with the hurt feelings? What questions should I be asking about my own role in the breakup? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 21, 2009 - 23 answers

How can I stop feeling bad for myself when something good happens to one of my friends? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 16, 2009 - 25 answers

How can I deal with the fact that my best friend is not inviting me to her wedding? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 19, 2009 - 90 answers

This is yet another "we're broken up but still living together and want to remain friends," question, but with some complications... specifically, we had planned a Caribbean vacation for next winter, and she still wants us to go together... I'm not so sure that's a great idea. Long, drawn-out story follows. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 7, 2009 - 13 answers

I was rejected pretty kindly, we are being friends, and we're hanging out an awful, awful lot. Please help me get some perspective. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 6, 2009 - 10 answers

I am an oil painter. I have a friend who is (was) a gallery owner (G). The gallery owner knew I am in touch with an esteemed oil painter (E) and arranged to have a two man show with E and another local (venerated) painter. Unbeknownst to E the G is/was in serious financial trouble. E had a gallery for a decade and had a decent reputation. Well, E's show went up and 3 paintings were sold. The other artist had 2 paintings sell. I know E trusted G largely because he felt if I was involved G is a good guy. (The "contact" type of arrangement). G's gallery has now closed and I have helped in final details as a volunteer as G has no staff. I consider G a friend..he has helped me as an artist. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 28, 2009 - 11 answers

As a friend of someone who is going through an extended personal rough patch, how do I find and maintain a good balance between being a sympathetic ear and feeling like a punching bag? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 27, 2009 - 18 answers

My friend is gorgeous like a supermodel. I am not. How do I stop feeling down on myself? I am starting to resent her due to my jealousy. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 7, 2009 - 44 answers

You're with some friends and they begin to maliciously gossip about one of your friends. What do you do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 26, 2009 - 36 answers

Help me do something sweet for a friend. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 15, 2009 - 18 answers

Are my standards for friendship too high? I have a friend who seems to constantly, deliberately avoid hanging out with me, but was upset to learn I'd distanced myself from her as well. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 14, 2009 - 25 answers

I'm a dude; he's a dude. I'm in love with him, and I need to get over him. But I can't. Please help me. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 12, 2009 - 22 answers

I'm falling for my friend but she doesn't see me in that way. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 7, 2009 - 26 answers

I'm in love with my friend. I'm going to tell him, but not for a few months. A) What do I do in the meantime? B) Any dos/don'ts for when I tell him? C) How do I both hope for the best and keep my expectations in check so I don't get hurt if he's not interested? D) Any way I can feel him out for signs of interest? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 1, 2009 - 42 answers

Is it wrong to leave a mostly-ok 10-year relationship because you've found someone new that you're passionate about? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 28, 2009 - 65 answers

How do I get over the feeling that I need to be useful in order for people to like/tolerate me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 21, 2009 - 20 answers

I'm falling for a friend who is much more compatible with me than my SO of five years. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 17, 2009 - 38 answers

Since the beginning of the year, I've begun binge drinking in social situations to loosen up. What can I do that will help me get over my anxieties and not have to depend on a bottle to make me talkative and fun? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 12, 2009 - 21 answers

Okay, so my friend cried in front of me. This isn’t usually a big deal for me, but for some reason this little episode has totally unnerved me. A huge plate of overthought beans await inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 8, 2009 - 53 answers

How to make and keep friends when most people suck? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 3, 2009 - 40 answers

How can a somewhat solitary guy meet a need for hugs and human contact? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 19, 2008 - 13 answers

We've been friends for several years. Over time, all signs pointed to his having feelings for me. I just asked him out. He said no. But I have lots of evidence that he fancies me. Could this be because of our 14-year age difference? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 14, 2008 - 30 answers

My oldest friend got a job in the justice system. How can we stay friends? (long. sorry.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 14, 2008 - 46 answers

I see the world, and all in it, as something vicious and ready to attack me, and that influences far too much stuff in my life. Help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 8, 2008 - 30 answers

I fell in love with my best friend; love was unrequited; decided to cut contact with her to try and get over her (hasn't worked); now I want to have her back but only if she wants to date; how do I do this without being a jerk? LONG explanation ahead... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 2, 2008 - 37 answers

I’m struggling with how to deal with male friendships. I’m a guy. I’m also bisexual. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 23, 2008 - 31 answers

I'm in a long-term relationship and I hardly have any friends. How do I get some? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 20, 2008 - 15 answers

I told her we shouldn't hang out. Should I feel like a jerk? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 15, 2008 - 22 answers

Help me break up with a friend in the least messy / most responsible way possible. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 3, 2008 - 22 answers

How to lessen a friendship? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 22, 2008 - 12 answers