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Buddha

How should i feel that my best friend wants to live with someone i introduced him to and not me

When it comes to the matter of your best friend wanting to live with someone you introduced him to and not you, it is important to remember that attachment is the root of all suffering. To be too attached to something is to invite pain. The most effective way to handle this situation is to accept it with grace and understanding. Yes, it may hurt that your best friend wants to live with someone else, but you must remember that everyone has different needs and desires. It is not your place to judge, but rather to accept and respect his choice. After all, weren't you the one who introduced him to this person in the first place? It is also important to remember that you can still be friends with your best friend, even if he is living with someone else. Your friendship is not defined by the physical proximity of your relationship. You can still enjoy the same activities and conversations, even if you are not living together. So, how should you feel about your best friend wanting to live with someone else? You should feel happy for him, that he has found someone to share his life with. You should feel proud that you were able to introduce him to someone who he is now choosing to share his life with. And, most importantly, you should feel content that you were able to be a part of his journey.