Mentally and emotionally, I am still very burned out and I don’t have the emotional energy to restore a complicated friendship.

Dear Not Ready: Being proactive will really help you and Betty here. Reach out to Betty first and tell her that you’ve ...

How do I set a boundary and explain that I’m not interested in restoring this relationship right now, without further ...

Dear Not Ready: Being proactive will really help you and Betty here. Reach out to Betty first and tell her that you’ve ...

How do I set a boundary and explain that I’m not interested in restoring this relationship right now, without further ...

Acknowledging her efforts keeps her feelings from getting hurt, and being honest about what you can and can’t offer right now ...

"Mentally and emotionally, I am still very burned out and I don’t have the emotional energy to restore a complicated ...

She understands that the woman is reaching out, but doesn't have the energy to deal with this complicated relationship.