Is it ok to be happy

Posted by: Rocky40

3rd Mar 2011 09:57am

My partner and I are blissfully happy and in love, but over the last six weeks we have had four sets of friends brake up. I now find that some of these people are now acting strange around us, like we aren't meant to be happy because they aren't. Both my partner and I have been married before so we know what they are going through and are trying to be supportive but it is hard when they are being short tempered and gloomy all the time when around us it really brings the mood down for everyone. My question to the world is have others found this among their friends, does it get better or have we lost our friends.

ValmaL

17th Aug 2011 09:57pm

I am a person who is there for others and sometimes it is difficult to be around "them" and be upbeat.
I have a rule and I voice that often that I will be there for them but my relationship and family will always come first. At times it helps clarify how much you can help friends etc and it tells them you need to look after yourselves and your relationship. It has worked well for us for 45yrs. I don't mean forget others but be consistent with them and also treasure what you have. ALl the best to you both. Valma

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