What to do if your best friend is mad at you for no reason?

What to do when your friend is mad and ignoring you

1. Give them space and time to cool off.
2. Check your assumptions.
3. Put the ball in their court.
4. Self-reflect on what happened.
5. Put things into perspective.
6. Don’t engage with unproductive thoughts.
7. Resist emotional reactions.
8. Ask to talk in person (if possible)

How do I stop taking my anger out on others?

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1. Think before you speak. In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to say something you’ll later regret.
2. Once you’re calm, express your anger.
3. Get some exercise.
4. Take a timeout.
5. Identify possible solutions.
6. Stick with ‘I’ statements.
7. Don’t hold a grudge.
8. Use humor to release tension.

What should you do when your best friend is mad at you?

You can use that time to get support from a counselor, mentor, or someone else you trust to give you advice about friendships. One of life’s greatest gifts is having a best friend. If you have one, you are truly blessed. But you no doubt also know how painful it can be when your best friend is mad at you.

What do you do when your friend is upset all the time?

Find a place where it’s quiet and tell your friend how important it is to you that the two of you resolve what’s wrong between you. Ask what he/she is feeling, and give her the chance to truly express everything, whatever she wants. At this point, it’s your job to listen.

What to do when your friend thinks you did something wrong?

When you hear your friend telling you what he/she thinks you did wrong, it’s natural to immediately feel like you want to defend yourself. Resist that feeling. Remember, there will be time enough for you to express how you feel as well. Don’t forget this is your time to listen.

How do I resolve a conflict with my best friend?

Jennifer agreed: The only way to fix what went wrong is by letting your friend say everything that makes them mad. Try to understand why they feel that way. All the effort is worth it. The worst thing you can do is get defensive when resolving a conflict with your best friend.