LIFE

 

Your BFF invited you to a holiday party at her house this weekend and you can't wait. Bring on the cookies, the hilarious games and that ugly Christmas sweater you found at Goodwill. But there's one problem...you can't stand most of the people she invited (if the group text you got was any indication of who was going). You love your bestie, though *and* you obviously love a good party. Should you go? Here's what we say:

If you have a few close friends going that you know you can hang out with and be comfortable around, then we say go for it! You all can do your thing and still support your pal. Have your own fun and don’t let other people ruin your night. Remember you're there for your bestie and seeing the smile on her face when you walk through the door is *more* than worth it. 

There’s no reason you should have to interact with the people you don’t like if there are other girls and guys you can hang with. If you’re faced with confrontation, though, don’t sweat. Slap a friendly smile on your face and keep your words civil. Just ‘cause you don’t like each other doesn’t mean you can’t get along for one night, right?

Just in case, though, let’s say you do go to the party and something bad does happen. What now? Call Mom and Dad, an older sib or family member or an older friend and ask for a ride home. There’s no shame in heading home early. If you need an excuse, tell your buds you’re really not feeling well. Head outside for a little fresh air and wait for your getaway car, OK, babe?

Have you ever dealt with this sitch? Let us know what you did below! 

by Amanda Tarlton | 12/19/2016