Friends since middle school, we go way back, but we haven’t felt close in since high school.
College creates distance, so did the pandemic. But every time I spend time with them, it feels more draining than anything else. I always feel like I’m saying the wrong thing. They’re amazing, accomplished, intelligent people. They’re kind and creative. But I’m increasingly nervous to open my mouth around them.
I feel like there are hints they’re all dropping that I’ve just become really blind to. How do I get better at reading them and being a better friend?