What should I do? I don't want to tell my friend no! But then again, mom told me no.
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What if all of you are giving all of this advice to an 8 year old.  How independent should they be.. There is not enough info here.
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well, she isn't much of a friend then if you don't like to play with her.\n\nIt is difficult to tell people things like that without hurting their feelings.You need to be polite and allow your friend to know that you would rather not play with her.
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well by avoiding her you are being a jackass.... Talk to her... what is wrong with having another friend???
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If she thinks that you not understanding something and having to ask a friend for advice is laughable, then you don't need her!  That is really mean of her.  Your conversation between you and the other dude should have been private.
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hmmm....everyone too including me have this problem, but mine is not serious adn my mom treat me very well. ur mom want the best of u, u should not be angry to her. She just worried about u. okay, this is my opinion.\n1. if u really want to go to the party even without her permission, then i suggest that u shouldn't tell her anything about it that means dont quarrel with her. tell her u want to go to school or friend house, or etc. dont wear pretty clothes but put them in ur bag so that she wont doubt of where u r going if u wear pretty clothe in front of her.\n2. ask for daddy permission politely. if yes, ask him to advised ur mom and talk to ur mom again that dad support u but politely even if she reject it again dont be rude, just be normal. if no, let it be.\n3. get suppport from ur grandpa, grandma, aunty, uncle and etc politely. example, grandma, do u support me to go parties? polite even they dont allow. if they support u, ask them to advise ur mom too. do the same way as 2.\n4. make ur mom happy. like study in the house, cooked for her, made a card for her even mother's day is over.\n\n   that;'s all. hope that help. and hope u got the right company otherwise i m sorry to help u. in my opinion, even if u she dont allow u, u should not go unless u really want to. for me family is more imprortant than friend. friend will hurt u whereas family wont hurt u very much. if u didnt go, ur friend will thought that u have pride and wont simply go out
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Here's the thing about giving advice, most people don't understand. Advice needs to be solicited. In other words, to offer advise when it's not asked for is rude; hence, "Who asked you, \nanyway?"\n   What you do is ask, "Mom, I really have some ideas, on your current situation, I'd like to share with you. Would you like to hear them?" If she says yes, then she'll be receptive to your ideas. It sounds like she just needs to have a plan and get some income going. If she says no, then leave it alone; since she won't listen anyway. "A person convined against their will is of the same opinion still!"
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Listen! What you should do is go to her and say I really want to be your friend and if she says no say I still want to be your friend and storm off and if she say yes... well I think you know where to go from there.
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You can't listen to your friend. She may be trying to help, but you have to tell her no. It is your decision...it is your CHOICE. Do what you want. \n\n   To me, your choice sounds very correct. It sounds like you are taking your responsibility. Good job. Go for what you want, not what other want or think.
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You've told them so that's all you can basically do. To me, that makes you a good friend. She may just be in denial. Be patient with her & always be a good friend.
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Gently tell her what you told us.  You should not be forced to do what you're not ready for.  It's not like you're ruling it out - you're just not ready.
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well, it sound like this grl is taking advantanced of u, and seem like u cant say "NO", in that case then tel her if she want it, she has to  come and meet up with u and then she has to do the copy herself cuz u dun always hv time to do it for her...and she is the one who need it not u... you don't need a friend like that.. good luck
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It's really not your choice - it's hers, good decision or bad.  \nYou advised her with your opinion, she knows where you stand.  Now it's time to stay out of her business - if it bothers you that much, perhaps you need to find a new friend.
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be honest with her but say it in a nice way.."mom, please..i don't wanna talk about it anymore.." even if she gets mad, eventually, she'll know you really don't want to talk about it.
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When in doubt, PRACTICE!\n\nInstead of rushing in without a plan, write down the main points that you want to cover with your friend. Next, practice various approaches until one feels comfortable to you.\n\nYou should also consider your friend's possible responses and be prepared for how you will handle them. Because she is in denial, she may become angry at you. Have a plan for how you will deal with that and what the worst-case scenario might be. Could she possibly end your friendship over it? If so, you need to be prepared.\n\nIf she refuses to accept what you say, don't argue. Just let her know that it's your viewpoint and that you felt it was important to share it. Emphasize that if she ever needs someone to talk to, you will be there for her. Even though she may be in denial now, someday she may need you if she's forced by circumstances to face the truth.\n\nDr. Barb Nefer, http://www.bnlifeskills.com
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First let me say WOW! First your mom should know that you love her and that you always will. You should be totally honest and let her know how you feel. You are her daughter and blood is thicker than water. Her boyfrind can leave her tomorrow but you will always be her daughter. Your mom has to find to courage to tell this "douche bag" to take a hike. all you can do is support your mom and be there for her. you are a good daughter and you deserve a hug
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Just tell her.She cant do anything but say yes are no.
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No I don't, but that hasn't stopped her from sticking her nose into my business. Always listen to mom out of respect. You are an adult simply say Yes you are right or no that is just not me. Say I love you Mom thanks for the advice. And change the subject. (have one ready at all times)