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> This is a very weird way to think about it.

Got it in one. I’m pretty weird. I assume that my friends, acquaintances, and others, are also weird, as I read about that, in some book (can’t remember which one). It was one of those “Things that make you go ‘hmmm…’.” things.

But if it makes you feel better to call me “weird,” knock yourself out.



I didn't mean that you are weird (though sounds like you are and that's great, me too)

More like - well, as I wrote in the comment - I found that perspective on relationships to be kinda missing the point for reasons I described.


Maybe I'm just weird in the same way as GP on this, but I think power imbalances are important to be aware of in friendships, and it's tricky to be friends with someone who's far above or below in a hierarchy that is a very important part of your life.


I agree with that. I don't agree with GP's assertion that "most" relationships suffer from this.


Fair point. It was an overgeneralization, on my part.




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