My best friend and I have been through everything together for fifteen years but lately when I try to talk about what's really going on in my life she changes the subject or makes jokes and I realize I'm doing the same thing when she opens up. We're both going through hard stuff right now but somehow we've lost the ability to actually be there for each other.
More people experience this than they realize.
The deepest friendships can develop protective barriers that prevent the very intimacy they once thrived on.
“Where Are You with Vulnerability and connection?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.