EXCERPT: 1. “Wait at least two days to return his call. If you appear available, he won’t want you.” Her Misguided Motivation: A pal who dishes out ridiculous dating rules is likely unsure about trusting her own instincts when it comes to men. “Sticking to a set of guidelines, even if they’re cliched, makes her…
EXCERPT: 7. Be More Positive Than Negative There’s a more effective way to air grievances than to file an angry complaint. Sandwich your negative comment between two positives. If you want to complain about how he’s always late, for example, try something like “You know, I love that you’re so laid-back and easygoing, but it…
Being a good friend can include helping out a friend who is going through difficult times. One of those tough times can be if your friend experiences a job loss. Be An Emotional Support System If your friend has lost his or her job, overall, you can be both an emotional and a practical support…
