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Weirded friend out, should I apologise?

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Wavyhair77 · 30/04/2024 15:19

I've suffered a bit with self image lately, I'm trying to do what I can to feel better and I've just started medication.
I was talking to a male friend on WhatsApp and he could see that I was down. I ended up telling him I'd been struggling lately but that I knew it was irrational and that it would surely improve soon/sometimes we get in our head a bit.

He didn't reply and changed the subject, I do understand that. He likely didn't know what to say, it happens. However he's been very cagey since then and I guess I've weirded him out.

Should I apologise? He literally hasn't spoken to me since. Once he changed the subject I followed the new subject, I didn't mention it again.

We get told to talk to people when we're feeling down, but I guess that means only professionals. He's also talked to me about personal issues, and having to see the doctor, he didn't say what they were but I didn't ask.

Aibu? I just feel a bit embarrassed and this kind of thing makes me want to keep everything to myself.

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JuanTabo · 30/04/2024 15:22

Maybe he’s having a tough time too. I don’t think you were being unreasonable at all, hope you find a more empathetic listening ear next time.

foodglorious · 30/04/2024 15:21

No - Find a new friend.

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