Question: If ur a person that can dish it out can u take it? I ask because I know a few people who can not, the other night some friend & where sitting around laughing & talking when a friend who is like the Simon Cowell of our bunch, , told another friend she needed the outfit would look better on the hanger in her closet, this comment hurt the other friend, so this morning she called me to say to ask what should she do because the comment still hurt. I told her to confront her and when she did the simon of our bunch didn't like what was said no she doesn't want to hang out with us anymore... We know this is a way of trying to not only get attention but, she's trying to win out as if this is a contest to see who's side we'd be on later

Answer: let "Simon" (or should we call her "Simone"?) pout all she wants.  She has to learn that you can have a dry and sarcastic wit, and you can give honest advice, WITHOUT being hurtful.  You are being true friends by letting her know that her current tactics are not acceptable.  She can use this as an opportunity for reflection and growth.  Let her know that she is welcome back when she is ready to be more tactful or diplomatic.
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