How To Support A Friend Whose Choices You Don’t Support

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How To Support A Friend Whose Choices You Don’t Support

You can find yourself in a tough position if you decide to keep a friend around who is doing things you don’t agree with. How do you remain a supportive presence in her life when you don’t support her choices?

Source: MadameNoire

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