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What this can teach about regulation and growth You’re noticing something key: You may need to develop ways to regulate and comfort yourself even when your closest supports aren’t fully available . This isn’t about abandoning her or your bond — it’s about taking responsibility for your own emotional stability while maintaining connection when possible. It’s also a very normal stage of adult friendships: intimacy ebbs and flows depending on life circumstances. Gentle reframing Your cousin still cares about you — she’s just showing it differently. Your desire for closeness is not wrong — it’s how you’re wired for attachment. Your grief at this shift is valid. Crying and reaching out to your best friend wasn’t weakness; it was healthy processing . This is a chance to practice holding space for your own emotions , while still keeping her as a supportive presence when available. 40- people having spouses and kids and busy. chat: You, on the other hand: are...