#4. Don’t pick sides.
When couples that you and your mate are friends with split, you may be tempted to pick one side while your mate is supportive of the other. You have to remember rule #1 and make sure that you are not getting too involved with their situation.
#5. Be very careful with gender bashing
Yes, it feels good to get together sometimes for a good ‘ol bashing session, where we dish about the other sex. Don’t let this go to far. Don’t make the mistake of putting your foot in your mouth by saying something that your mate may find hurtful or offensive.
This is in no way to suggest that you should not be there for a friend who is in need because their relationship has ended. Just please proceed with caution. Divorce/break-ups/splits are hard on everyone and they really do affect the family and friends of all involved. You have to be very careful to not let someone else’s negative energy seep into your situation. Be available to your friends without getting so emotionally involved that you are jeopardizing yourself and what you have.
BMWK – Have you and your mate ever got into an argument over a friends break up?
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