Hi Botanical95,

I’ve been there, it’s awkward, and there’s not much we can do about it.

Time will make it a smidge better. And the more you see him as a mere acquaintance, the less you’ll miss him as a friend. You may even question your judgment when you were younger as to why you picked him as a friend. Bonus, you’ll get to see him treat people the same way he treated you, or hear other people complain about him!

Keep in mind that the way he was with you is the way he will be with everyone he eventually gets close to.

It may help to take a break from that church. Give YOURSELF a vacation from him without waiting for summer.

Best,

Inky