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Was I used by my friend?
I have a friend who I got along with quite well. We used to go out often, but frequently they would pay for the drinks or meals, and not let me. Every now and then they would remind me I don't pay my way, but never let me do so! About 6 months ago, a business opportunity came along, and they needed me to be involved for my technical knowledge/abilities - basically there would be no deal without me.
I got involved, but they then put a lot of pressure on me while placing restrictions on how I could work. In the end, I had to get out or suffer a breakdown. The deal fell apart, and I haven't spoken to them since. I do feel bad about letting them down, but can't help feeling they bought me meals as a retainer for this opportunity.
4 Answers
- Bob ALv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
These were not freinds.We use the term freind too casually these days.true freinds don't make you feel guilty for them giving you gifts or not paying your way when they offer.Don't feel bad about this and find some true freinds.
- 1 decade ago
You need to be more persistant when paying your share if you say ill get the bill and they say no ill get it tell them its your turn and that u haven't shouted them in ages, they are your friends the meals weren't retainers, they paid all the time to avoid the situation u are in now
- 1 decade ago
Yes you were. Your friend should undersatnd the difference between meals and what they had you doing. I mean, they shouldn't put you through a break down to repay for a couple of meals..... and you don't need someone like that who is going and willing to do that to you.
Source(s): been there... not the same situation but had a friend like that. - 1 decade ago
I, personally, don't think you were used by your friend. They just want to act like helpful people and put their share in the bill. Why don't you guys split the bill to even the score, or explain that you want to pay yourself? They might get angry.... that's OK. But if you explain nicely and show them what you think, it just might work out.
