Top Awkward Girlie Convos

“Your Boyfriend Is Cheating on You”

This phrase strikes a part of the heart that can make you feel physically sick. No one wants to hear it, but if you know something is going on with your friend’s man then it’s your moral obligation to tell her. Failing to speak up will almost certainly make you as guilty as he is, placing your friendship in the same emotional war-zone as your friend’s relationship. As awkward as this conversation may be, you need to arrange a time to meet with your girlfriend to tell her what’s going on as soon as possible – as putting it off will just make the whole situation more horrific then it already is. Don’t ever communicate with the boyfriend over it, you’ll more than likely to guilt-tripped into not telling her…sit her down, hold her hand and be prepared to pick up the pieces and stick them back together again.

“You Need to Lose Weight”

If your friend is beginning to pile on the pounds you could be the one to save her from binging herself into oblivion. It’s a horrible to be told that you’re beginning to get fat, but what’s more horrible is having friends who don’t tell you the truth. If you look at the situation logically, by not gently noticing your friend’s increase in weight you’re allowing your friend to get larger which will result in her happiness and self-esteem to be compromised – and who wants that? Telling her she’s starting to get a little heavy is likely to give her the jolt she needs to kick her back into shape again. In future, try and limit the ice-cream nights in and lunches out – be supportive!

“I Am Dating Your Ex”

OK, well this one is difficult because isn’t it one of the rules of sisterhood that thou shalt not sleep with thy sister’s ex? Having said that, as your Online Gay Best Friend I am here to help, not judge so listen up! If you do find yourself in the unfortunate situation of falling for your friend’s ex you’ll probably already have an idea about how she’d feel about it. If you don’t think she’ll mind then you could be in for an easy ride, however, the likely scenario is that she’s going to be pretty hurt and upset so it’s good to have an action plan in place. Firstly, don’t let her hear the news from anyone but you – don’t even let him tell her. Secondly, tell her as soon as things between you and her ex are official – don’t put it off. Lastly, be prepared for her to be angry and/or upset with you, it’s going to be a shock at first but if your friendship is strong…everything will work out in the end.