What to Do When You’re Not in the Group Chat… and You Know It
Maybe you’ve been there: You show up to your friend group’s planned brunch and you notice everyone is wearing a white dress… and you’re in a bright floral maxi, sticking out like a sore thumb. Maybe they are all laughing at the same inside joke that they “swear” you were there for, but you’re certain you’ve never heard that joke in your life. Or maybe it wasn’t subtle. The Instagram stories made it clear—everyone else was there. Just not… you. There is a special kind of sting that comes from realizing you’re being left out. So, what do you do when you have that pit in your stomach that just won’t go away? Well, since we’ve been there (sigh), we are breaking down exactly what to do when you suspect (or you’re certain) you’re being left out of your friend group. 1. Zoom out to gain perspective When you feel like you’re being left out, it’s totally normal to feel a mix of emotions: hurt, confusion, frustration, and even a dash of embarrassment. You may be thinking, “These people that I th...
