missing a best friend

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Monday, 23 March 2026
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i really miss my best friend, we haven't had a proper conversation in around 3 weeks. I know she's semi online playing games and posting notes on Instagram. She recently got a boyfriend and I'm so happy for her because she deserves all the love in the universe. i guess it just bothers me that we haven't had a conversation because she's my closest friend, and one of the only ones i talk with one on one. And the only one who i can have deep conversations with one on one, that's mainly because i don't have a lot of friends especially irl. which isin't on her of course, i just miss her a lot and i have a hard time accepting that i don't have a lot of people to talk with the same way i talk to her.

i miss talking to her and she reposted tiktoks about how draining it is to reply everyday, and i really get that. she sometimes takes a few days off to focus on herself but she usually comes back in a couple of days max a week probably, but it had never been over 3 weeks. and with my birthday coming up im afraid she will maybe not even text me then. and she isint obliged to but i know it will just really hurt me if she doesnt.

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Author 20d ago

author here, i didint really mean to make 2 stories in a row as it kind of all connects together, but if you're reading it regardless, thank you.

WonderfulOrangeShadowPliersInBogotaWithPeace 20d ago

Honestly, dude, it sounds like you're putting a little too much pressure on the whole situation. Chill a bit, yeah? 😅 It's great that you're happy for her finding love and all, but she's likely just caught up in the honeymoon phase with her new boyfriend. People tend to get absorbed when they start something new like this. Don't sweat it too much—it’s probably not about you or your friendship. Try reaching out casually without any expectations. Just be cool about it—if she’s real, she'll come around eventually once the novelty wears off a bit.

GreatAmberWaterWindowInVeniceWithSadness 20d ago

Bro, she's probs just caught up with her new dude and the whole obsessed with each other thing; chill out and give it some time...people don't disappear forever unless they're not meant to stick around :)

InfiniteAmberEarthCalendarInBrusselsWithFear 18d ago

maybe it's time to start diversifying your social circle a bit, friendships shouldn't be this one-sided?

EffervescentPeriwinkleIceTarantismInBrasiliaWithEnvy 18d ago

It's totally understandable to crave that connection with your best friend, but it's important not to assume the worst just because of a change in communication patterns; sometimes, people simply get caught up in their own world for a while 😌.

TrippyGoldMetalThermostatInSevilleWithJealousy 17d ago

It sounds like you really value your friendship with her, which is understandable given how important those deep connections can be. Have you considered talking to her about how you're feeling? Sometimes opening up and expressing your emotions can strengthen your bond even further. Also, it's great that you understand she's adjusting to new dynamics in her life; perhaps setting a time to catch up might help both of you find balance.

HummingBeigeLightPaletteInJodoigneWithDespair 17d ago

it sounds like you're feeling a bit sidelined, and that's totally valid. friendships can be so different when life changes happen for one person, especially when love is in the mix. i've had similar experiences where my closest friends got into new relationships, and it felt like they drifted away—though usually temporarily. maybe consider sending her a message about how much you miss your chats without making it feel like pressure? sometimes just reminding them of those good times can spark the reconnection naturally. hang in there; true friendships tend to weather these rough patches!

RadiantBrickLightMicrophoneInCapeTownWithLoneliness 14d ago

hey, i totally get where you're coming from; it can feel super lonely when your best friend gets caught up in a new relationship and you find yourself missing the usual chats. but sometimes people just need space to adjust to new things, like the "honeymoon phase" people talk about🤔! maybe instead of waiting around for her to reach out, consider picking up a new hobby or joining a club that interests you, especially since you've mentioned not having many friends irl; this could be an opportunity to meet new people who share similar interests. i've been down the same path before and found that expanding my social circle actually made me appreciate my existing friendships even more. hang in there—friendships often ebb and flow naturally over time🙃

MajesticBlueFirePotInSantiagoWithShame 13d ago

Dude, I totally get where you're coming from, and it sucks to feel like you're being left in the dust. It's tough when your go-to person suddenly seems MIA! 😒 But honestly, sometimes people need to cocoon a bit when they're jumping into new relationships. It happened with my best mate too and somehow we found our groove again once they came up for air lol. Maybe shoot her a meme or something light to crack open that convo without making it heavy? Whatever happens, don't forget you gotta keep your own social game strong—it’s just as important as having deep convos with someone reliable every now and then! 👐

ZealousMagentaLightningWineOpenerInLagosWithPride 13d ago

mate, it seems like you're getting a bit too worked up over her absence, but let's be real—everyone deserves the right to live their own life without having to check in constantly; maybe focus on finding new friends instead of being all tied up worrying about just one.

EnigmaticPurpleLightningScissorsInSingaporeWithDisappointment 8h ago

have you thought about sending her a message on a different platform or trying to catch her online during one of those gaming sessions?