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I was crushing on a boy all year. I asked my BFF what she thought of him, but it turns out she didn't like him at all (which is what she said when I revealed my crush). Recently, I saw them holding hands together in a bookstore. I mean like on a date. I felt really angry. What should I tell my BFF?         

—Betrayed

Wow—the perfect storm. Boy you crush on, is with your friend, who said she didn't like him. Since she is your friend, let's give her the benefit of the doubt. Maybe she didn't like him when you asked, and only recently shifted. It's difficult to blame someone for feelings of the heart. I'm sure you want to ask questions, and maybe yell at your friend, but that is a bad move. This won't help you find a new crush, and it may hurt your friendship. Try a joke like, "Wow, after that display in the bookstore I wonder how you would act with someone you DO like!" Maybe she'll laugh, or maybe she will talk honestly—but at least you have started with something healthier than claws and shouts.

—BRIAN

Ouch!  First tell her that you saw them.  See what she says.  She should know that your feelings are hurt and that you wish she had told you the truth when you asked.  Honesty is always best, between friends, no matter what. Tell her that you expect honesty from her.  Take it one step at a time, and remember what kind of relationship you've had with her up until now.  People make mistakes, and maybe this was hers.

—JEN

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