Was telling my best friend I couldn't afford to be her bridesmaid worth it?
One person shares the outcome of this decision: “Told my best friend I couldn't afford to be her bridesmaid”. Read how it affected their happiness, stress and finances, and whether they would do it again.
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.