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I'm 13 and I need some help with my friend "Kelly"* I've been best friends with her since 5th grade and now we're in middle school. She has always been a very competitive person but lately she has been plain nasty. She insults us and makes comments that really hurt. She has even said something insulting about my mother. She always likes to win and makes sure she is right in everything. She is pretty self-centered and thinks highly of herself. I've been her friend too long to totally drop her but both of my other best friends agree she has been acting really horribly lately. What should I do?
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Is there any way you can talk with her, ask her what's gotten into her without letting her know she's hurt you? I'm not sure, but she might not know she's hurting you with her insults, but then again, she might and she might love to know she's getting to you. I think the insult to your mother should not have been allowed to go without saying something.
There is the possibility that her homelife is the pits right now and she is lashing out at people who mean something to her to make herself feel better. I don't know. It's just a thought. Also, acting self-centered doesn't always mean she IS that; often it is covering up a real problem with self-esteem. Is there any way you can visit with her without your other friends, like go to the mall or McDonald's and talk or something? Keep in touch if you need anymore help. I'll try if I can
shelbyjunebug072@yahoo.com
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I thank you for the advice. It really has me thinking. Thank you very much!
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