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    How do I not go back to my ex-best friend?
    Asa Don Brown, PhD, DNCCM, FAAETS Dr. Asa Don Brown is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in working with families, children, and couples, treating a variety of psychological disorders, trauma, and abuse. Dr. Brown has specialized in negotiation and profiling. He is also a prolific author having published three books and numerous articles in magazines, journals, and popular publications. Dr. Brown earned a BS in Theology and Religion with a minor in Marketing and an MS in Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family from The University of Great Falls. Furthermore, he received a PhD in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology from Capella University. He is also a candidate for a Masters of Liberal Arts through Harvard University. Dr. Brown is a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and a Diplomate for the National Center for Crisis Management and continues to serve a number of psychological and scientific boards.
    Asa Don Brown, PhD, DNCCM, FAAETS
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    This may be hard, but it is important to accept that loss and the thoughts therein. Accept the reality of the situation: you have experienced a loss. Look for ways to calm your inner person with positive distractions so you can move on.
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    What if you have a friend that said that they hate you, but you still want to be their friend.
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    Sometimes, it is best to know when to let a friendship go. If this person does not want to be your friend, or is toxic for you to be around, you should end the friendship. This will free you up to seek out friends that will appreciate you more.
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    What should you do if your best friends are still friends with your former friend?
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    Leave your friends out of the feud. They have the right to be friends with both you and your former friend. Enjoy the time you spend with them, and avoid talking about the former friend altogether.
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    My ex-friend is trying to steal all my other friends. What should I do?
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    Avoid talking badly about your ex-friend. This will only make things worse. Instead, make sure to spend plenty of time with your friends, and they will appreciate the effort you make for them.
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