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My best friend just got engaged, and I am genuinely happy for her. But...

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Aug 31, 2025
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Dear Uncle Gary,

My best friend just got engaged, and I am genuinely happy for her. But every time I hear her talk about the wedding, I feel this weird mix of joy and jealousy. I am single, I have not been on a real date in over a year, and I keep wondering if something is wrong with me. I do not want to be bitter, but I also do not want to pretend I am …

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