Told my best friend I couldn't afford to be her bridesmaid
The one thing nobody tells you
She was completely fine about it. The shame I felt asking was enormous. Turns out she'd have been more upset if I'd gone into debt and resented her.
| Happiness after | 4/5 · Better |
| Stress after | 4/5 · Higher |
| Financial impact | No change |
The conversation
This happens way more than people admit. Weddings have got completely out of hand costwise. A real friend would understand.