hello! lately ive been trying to be a little nicer towards my friends and stuff, but theyre totally taking advantage of it. its getting to the point where i keep doing stuff for them and put up with their offensive jokes that they consider funny. theyre my friends and i dont want to get into an argument or something, but i also dont want to be such a pushover.. what do i do??
Hey there, Anon! I'm here to help.
Those don't sound like very good friends if they try to do that. Maybe you could try saying no. I mean, I don't know if you've tried it already but it'd like, help a lot. Just keep saying it when they try to take advantage of your kindness.
You should also try to be confident too! When you say no, mean it. There isn't anything wrong with stating your opinion - I don't think it'll start an argument. But make sure to say it clearly and confidently. Look them in the eyes when you say it too! If they continue after that, then I think you should take a break away from them. I don't care if they don't like it - they're taking advantage of your kindness and until they learn not to, they're just gona to have to get used to it and do things themselves.
Just remember we're always here if you want any more advice! Just don't let them be rude to you with their offensive jokes or anything else they're doing. See ya, Anon. Enoshima Junko is out~