How to Deal with Your Best Friend Moving Away Like an Adult

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You know, life really changes once you become an adult. I’ve got this tight-knit circle of friends—those who don’t bat an eye at my messy house, the ones who surprise me with cupcakes for no reason, and the type who jump in to help without even being asked. I cherish my crew. I love our “Wine Wednesdays,” our spontaneous backyard happy hours, and those impromptu visits just to catch up.

So, when my close friend, Jessica, told me she and her family were relocating to another state, I definitely didn’t handle it gracefully. Sure, it’s for a good reason—her husband travels a lot for work, and she’s often left juggling everything at home. I get it, but that doesn’t make it easier for me. Cue my dramatic eye roll and foot stomp. Fine, go ahead and make that “grown-up” choice for your family. I’ll just sulk over here!

Honestly, I felt lost and sad, unsure of how to cope with the news. Adults are supposed to handle tough situations, right? So, I gathered some wisdom that might help you if you find yourself in the same boat. Here’s how to navigate this situation like a pro:

1. Feign Excitement: Act thrilled for her new “awesome opportunity.”
2. Reassure Yourself: Try to convince yourself when she says this won’t change anything since you don’t see each other daily anyway.
3. Social Media Smiles: When she posts about the moving truck on Facebook, give it a “like” and comment “Exciting!” Then grab a tissue for those sneaky tears. Chocolate is totally medicinal at this point.
4. Research Her New Town: Look up her new area and share all the places that are “just like” your favorites. She’ll see through this lie but will appreciate the thought.
5. Compliment Her New Home: Tell her that her new place sounds incredible and that you’d love to live there too.
6. Goodbye Tears: When you’re crying while saying goodbye, just claim it’s due to the ridiculously high interest rate on their new mortgage.
7. Hug the Kids: Squeeze her children tightly, and when it gets awkward, say you’re just trying to figure out their new laundry detergent.
8. Be Nice to Her Husband: Try not to glare at her husband when you see him, even if he’s the reason for this “suck fest.” Tell him you’re glad he’ll get to be more present for the kids now. Ugh.
9. Put on Your Big Girl Pants: Acknowledge that while this is tough for you, it’s way harder for her.
10. Keep the Friendship Alive: Miss her like crazy but don’t let distance derail your connection. Download every app out there to stay in touch, ask your kid for tech help, and don’t forget that bag of chocolate!

I sincerely hope you never have to go through the heartache of a best friend moving away. But if you do, at least you’re now equipped to handle it like an adult. Being grown-up is tough, but hey, at least we can indulge in wine anytime we want!

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Summary

Navigating the emotional turmoil of a best friend moving away can be challenging. It’s important to pretend to be supportive, focus on the positives, and keep the friendship alive despite the distance. With a little humor and honesty, you can handle it like a grown-up.