My best friend and I have been planning this trip for months but her financial situation changed and now she can't afford it but won't just say so — instead she's making excuses and being weird about money in ways that feel like she's pulling away from our whole friendship. I want to help but I also don't want to make her feel worse or cross a line she doesn't want me to cross.
More people experience this than they realize.
The delicate dance of preserving dignity while offering love becomes nearly impossible when money shame enters a friendship.
“Where Are You with Love Under Financial Stress?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.