by Jess
I am writing to ask about what I can do to help my best friend. She has a new boyfriend who she is head over heels about. What she can’t realize is that he is treating her badly at times. He flirts with other women in front of her but she can’t seem to notice or chooses to ignore it. He talks down to her sometimes and always asks her to lend him money which he promises to pay back, though there is not sign yet that he really intends to. I am worried for her because I think he is taking her for a ride. She seems to be oblivious to the fact that she might be being used. She is usually a smart, confident and independent woman but since meeting this guy, she is acting weak and worthless. I know she was desperate to be in a relationship and I’m worried that she is putting up with this because she is sick of being alone. I want to get her to think straight and stop being so naive, without pushing her away. I know she will end up getting really hurt by this guy and I want to help her without looking like I’m jealous and just trying to mess things up for her...