re: Let's talk about losing friends

This is actually a good topic that I have had to deal with myself.
One of my best friends lit me up.
Twice he went out of his way to say things that he could have just openly communicated but instead made course And unnecessary remarks.
I did not retaliate.
But I did ask myself 2 questions.
1. Is this guy a friend that makes me better? Is he an elevator that brings me up or down.
2. What is my History with him?

What I realized through those questions, that we have a great history together. He has been a very good friend for many years and we have went through life together. Also that he is a truly good friend that was probably just going through something at home or business.
I made the decision to not let my present offense be greater than my past history. I totally let it go. No probation. No grudge. We are now still close friends.