Ask Amy: Friend's tolerance is tested by tardiness
Clearly, I have no intent to control these people's views and actions, but how can I cope with this better?
It feels as if I am losing all faith in people that I once considered to be close friends.
-- Trying to Do Right
Dear Trying: Now is the time to adopt the axiom "you be you" with a vengeance. In this regard, you should continue to disengage on social media. That means disengaging from people you disagree with, but also avoiding the bubble of anxiety that can come from connecting with people who are enraged and afraid.
Drop back. Read a good novel. You be you.
Dear Amy: "Wondering" was a bit frazzled about her sister's obsession with her and her children's IQ scores.
I come from a family of higher scores (mine included).
In 10th grade we were tested in school and then met with our assigned teacher to discuss. I'll admit I was showing off.
My teacher looked me in the eye and said, "Don't get cocky, kid. You got that brain from your parents. Now what you do with it will show how smart YOU are. Show, don't tell."
-- Best Advice Ever!
Dear Best: Smart teacher!
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