What if? It's the basis of many stories. We ask. We ponder. We wonder.
On Tuesdays I throw one out there. What if? It may be speculative. It may stem from something I see. It may be something I pull from the news.
Make of it what you will. If a for instance is not specified, interpret that instance as you wish. And if the idea turns into a story, I'd appreciate a thank you in the acknowledgements 😉
What if that person that your friend is so zealously defending is dangerous?
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Scary thought…do you try to warn your friend and thus risk alienating them? Do you distance yourself from your friend?
ReplyDeleteMy mind jumped to current politics! Change "friend" to "brother" and that's my situation! If a friend (or relative) is "zealous" there won't be much I could do. They'll come to their senses eventually, probably too late to avoid problems. Be there for them when they need you later, distance before.
ReplyDeleteI'd be a little suspicious of my friend., but I'd also do my best to warn them...risking friendship.
ReplyDeleteThis has, I fear, become too common a situation in the last four years. I would be fearful of losing the friendship.
ReplyDeleteI almost forgot to add Congrats on finishing the Challenge.
DeleteI will be quite taken aback and upset. I will let things rest for a while, and begin to slowly distance myself from that person.
ReplyDeleteWise words, indeed.
DeleteI think Pradeep has a good way of handling the situation.
ReplyDeleteI would tell them my concerns, let them know I will be there for them and then not speak about it again as they would know my thoughts on the matter
ReplyDeleteIt's a tough spot to be in. I'd express my concerns, offer support, and then respect their decisions, even if I don't agree. Being a good friend means striking that delicate balance.
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