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Coping with Friendship Conflicts and Unresolved Trauma
The chapter explores the emotional turmoil of feeling hurt when a friend unexpectedly announces a trip with their new partner, delving into the struggles of expressing hurt due to past traumatic experiences. It examines the impact of unresolved childhood trauma on adult relationships, highlighting the tendency to push people away despite wanting to protect relationships. The narrative underscores the importance of navigating feelings of disappointment and jealousy in friendships through empathy, understanding, and self-care.