Description : What do you do when you have made a new friend who tellsyou that they have been hurt by people and they have trust issues and they make you feel as though you have to validate everything you say to them?
Last Answer : What about this friendship is valuable enough to give it more time?
Description : How do I get over trust issues and self blaming?
Last Answer : Figure out why you’re attracting/seeking out people who are jerks. Once you’ve gotten that first step, the rest gets easier. Why would you trust an asshole? No sane person should- a jerk will treat you poorly no matter what you do.
Description : What is needed for trust to be re-earned?
Last Answer : Right now a close family member has lost my trust by blowing hot and cold and going incommunicado for months at a time. I was heartbroken but now I'm angry as well. I think for that person to ... my trust they would have to show a consistent pattern of re-engagement for quite a long period of time.
Description : In wartime Europe, did people trust their neighbors? If not, how long did it take for them to regain their trust?
Last Answer : There is no way to generalize. There were righteous Gentiles who hid their Jewish and those who turned them in. There were schoolchildren who turned on their classmates and ostracized them. I would ... people who were still embittered about Vichy France. I believe the wounds heal slowly if at all.
Description : Have you ever confided in someone you trust then been immediately sorry?
Last Answer : Yes for sure, my sisters. I regret opening up to them and sharing things with them.
Description : How much do you trust your heart when you meet someone new that you really like ? Do you hold your guard up, let things flow, or fall in love ?
Last Answer : I take it slow and see how it develops. I always hold a little back until I have a stronger feeling about the person.
Description : How do I tell my best friend that she shouldn't trust an old family friend?
Last Answer : Tell her that seeing as how the cat is so precious to her, she should double-check and get a second opinion, just to have her bases covered.
Description : Would you be friends with someone you don't trust?
Last Answer : I wouldn’t. I’d constantly be worrying about what they’d do next. What kind of friendship is that?
Description : Are you one to make your S/O stop talking to their guy/girl friends or let alone any friends? Or can you trust them enough?
Last Answer : If he doesn’t get it, you’re with the wrong guy.
Description : Do you trust anyone enough for them to convince you you're crazy?
Last Answer : Yes, I do. Because I believe that I would be questioning my own sanity if I was delusional.
Description : I hate my weird name. How do I change it without hurting feelings or causing awkwardness?
Last Answer : How old are you? I suspect that most people go through a phase where they hate their names. I know I did, but I got over it and now I love my unique name. : ))
Description : What should I do to take care of all these issues Im having before I have a nervous breakdown?
Last Answer : Do what you can to help with your Aunt (I'm really sorry to hear that), drop the guy friend (with the girl) - drama; take care of yourself (eat well, exercise, chill, sleep well), get outside of ... still you and your Mom don't see eye to eye, maybe, think about family counseling. I wish you luck!
Description : Have you ever known anyone who is great at dishing out advice? They seem incredibly wise/helpful (give great advice on just about anything), yet they aren't able to work on their own issues and solve their own problems; why is that?
Last Answer : Yes, amongst others a friend of mine who were very good about relationships, but could not keep one himself…
Description : My friend says I'm not as prettty as the other girls. I don't know how to react?
Last Answer : It is that she is an idiot, and not your fault.
Description : Do you have any Facebook friends who neither post anything, nor comment or "like" or react in any way to anything you post?
Last Answer : I am one of those people, or at least I was when I had Facebook. The main reason is that I just had nothing to post. Where I go, what I think, what did I wear, who I am with ... tired of Facebook. I just don't care about your statuses and inspirational quotes. And forwarding adds is just annoying.
Description : How do you deal with people that you simply can't criticize because they react so badly?
Last Answer : You’ve really answered your own question. You don’t deal with them. As my old granny used to say, “Mind your own back yard.” ;-)
Description : How do you react to a person who talks constantly yet says nothing?
Last Answer : Charades…anyone?
Description : How do you react when tragedy strikes a friend?
Last Answer : answer:I am so sorry to hear about your friend's loss @Hawaii_Jake. I would send the card and include a personal letter. Perhaps, if this is something you can do for him, in a few month invite ... of emotions we are experiencing. I felt perhaps writing things down would help her. She said it did.
Description : Regarding close friendships, how do you react / respond to change?
Last Answer : answer:I've never had a problem with frequency of contact with friends, be them close or not. Life can be complicated and busy. If I want to know how someone is doing I contact them. If I want to see them I ... or hear from for months and then we meet and we have a lot to catch up on. That is nice.
Description : How would you feel/react if a family member/friend "came out" to you?
Last Answer : This has actually happened to me a few years back now.It made absolutely no difference whatsoever in the way I percieved them.Other than to admire them for their courage.For him it was a big deal which he was quite stressed about.We have a good laugh about it now which is fine.
Description : Your best friend buys you a target pistol for your birthday. How do you react?
Last Answer : Shoot him.
Description : Are you ever surprised at how people react when you haven't seen them in a while (years)?
Last Answer : That kind of behaviour is what I have come expect from people I haven't seen in a while. Both friends from school and relatives. Oh you have become so this and so that I don't think it will ever stop. My ... Here is a clip of how it might play out. And here's what you secretly want it to play out.
Description : What caused your trust issues?
Last Answer : Women
Description : How can I cure my trust issues?
Last Answer : Sometimes even the best of any person's friends would cause frustration, all the way up to a point of maybe destroying his or her world. That is a natural part of a human being's life. The ... but I have a feeling if you open yourself to explore more friendships, that may lead to a possible cure.
Description : What could be causing my toddler's health issues?
Last Answer : Any vomiting? Has any doctor considered reflux? My toddler has reflux and coughs during flare ups, especially at night. Other than thAt, both allergies and asthma could fit as well. I’m sorry your baby is sick. I hope they get an answer soon.
Description : Any ideas what may be causing wireless internet connection issues?
Last Answer : Google the default password for the Linksys and reset it if need be.
Description : If a friends instigates you to participate actively in the strike but you disagree with them, then how will you react in this situation? Options: A) You indirectly co-operate them but not ... duties then something else D) You will launch a movement against your friends to resolve the conflict
Last Answer : C) You first do your duties then something else
Description : Do you have a friend or family who repeats the same stories over and over again in conversations and you stopped reminding them because you know it will never stop anyway?
Last Answer : Yes.
Description : Have you played any board / family games over the holidays?
Last Answer : Apples to Apples is a regular game during the Holidays! Total fun!
Description : How long will it take to get over my crush?
Last Answer : Just until you find someone better.
Description : Is it normal to cry over a stranger?
Last Answer : answer:I don't think of you as a strange @MilkyWay. I remember some of the things you've gone through in your life and I am fond of you. I similarly don't think of many, many other ... your question, I think it's perfectly normal to cry over strangers - especially when they aren't really strangers.
Description : How do I get over insane loneliness - its a major problem?
Last Answer : answer:Thank you so much for sharing with us. I remember your other questions well. You would do yourself a lot of good to stay very far away from that woman. If she sends you gifts, refuse them. Send them back ... do that hard work. No one here can do that hard work for you. Do it. You're worth it.
Description : What are the rules for ghosts moving on (crossing over)?
Last Answer : answer:Casper has lots of friends. But cartoon friendly ghosts don't follow ghost rules. Usually the ghost needs to resolve what ever led to their untimely death. That's not always possible, ... murderer dies from something unrelated. The ghost never gets resolved and just hangs out for eternity.
Description : How do I get over being scared of losing the last of my family?
Last Answer : I don’t think you can ever really get over this sort of feeling under these circumstances @talljasperman. But keep in mind that she worries about possibly losing you too.
Description : Are your friend's age generally in your age group or are they all over the map?
Last Answer : Here there and everywhere ! !
Description : Would you initiate conversations with someone over IM if you weren't interested?
Last Answer : Typing for 3 hours has to be exhausting. Why don’t you go to the next level and ask him to call you. Yes, I think he likes you.
Description : How to get over your first love?
Last Answer : This is DRAMA! Pursue your own interests, and find new friends. Learn to be perfectly at home in your own skin, instead of needing other people to validate your self worth. It’s not worth mooning over the past.
Description : Which CD from your collection you would hide out of sight when you were going to have some friends come over to visit you?
Last Answer : Crash Test Dummies. :D
Description : How to get over a guy who doesn't like you ?
Last Answer : Go get some strange.
Description : What do you do when someone tells you the same story over and over?
Last Answer : I slap them silly. ;)
Description : Boyfriend's best friend is a girl - How do I get over jealousy?
Last Answer : answer:Best to get over this now, while the relationship is young. Otherwise, it'll only bother you more as time goes by. Obviously he doesn't want to date her, because if he did he already would have ... told him how you feel about it? Maybe he'd be willing to tone it down while you're around.
Description : What is your sphere of influence over family, friends and colleagues?
Last Answer : answer: Bigger thinkers don't always think in terms of writing more. They may think before they write. Not everyone wants to go through the process with you except perhaps your analyst. :) Those around ... opinion on things but, they also know that I'm usually quiet, in the background, until asked.
Description : Is it good to be protective over friends?
Last Answer : Protective? Sure. If the friends in question don’t mind. Over-protective is not so good.
Description : How can I get over my crush on my married friend?
Last Answer : Is it possible that you're crushing even harder because she's married and, supposedly, less available? You simply must move on - easier said than done, I know but if they're monogamous and she doesn' ... nothing to go on and it would serve you better to find someone right for you that is available.
Description : How to get over the fact you messed up many opportunities for friendship by being slightly negative?
Last Answer : answer:Perhaps figure out why you have to put yourself down publicly. You have done it here on more than one occasion. i'm shy. and I always think of my self as a piece of c*ap. Useless and ... reading our answers. I do not mean to sound unkind; I really feel very sad when I read your questions.
Description : Must sexual attraction occur immediately or can it develop over time?
Last Answer : I think it can over time. People change, so attractions change and physical appearance changes. For me, someone can become way sexier with certain personality traits. Once I know they exist, a sexual attraction could appear that didn’t before.
Description : Need advice on how to make some people agree over a topic?
Last Answer : :)) i would do the same, however, i ran out of nukes… seriously now… even so (cut the alps from the list) how can i make the others understand that the alps are not the best choice?
Description : How to get over your best friend?
Last Answer : I would say trust your feelings, or not.
Description : How can I get over being homesick?
Last Answer : I felt homesick for the first few weeks of college and I suppose the first thing to say is that it WILL subside. The first few weeks are hard, especially if you're very close with your family, but my ... get a little homesick after a long semester, as soon as I'm home I miss college just as much!
Description : Creative ways to send someone a mix tape over the internet?
Last Answer : Do you want them to have the files or just be able to listen to your list you made for them? If you want them to actually have all the files, upload to rapidshare or megaupload. If you ... then make your own personal playlists that you can stream from your browser. Send the link to your friend.