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Frustrated with friend

I went through a terrible time last year as my wife cheated on me. I adored her and it came completely out of the blue. This was in January. She stayed in the house until April then my mental health could take no more so I asked her to leave. This was for my health and so she could come to a decision about what she wanted. In July, she said it was over. Throughout those months I relied heavily on family and friends particularly a friend who I will name Hayley.
Hayley was diagnosed with a bowel condition back in March last year but despite this was a constant source of support to me over my separation. I also tried to support her with her illness and we texted regularly, almost daily.
A few weeks after my ex said we were finished, I met my now partner. None of us planned it but we got together and are extremely happy six months on and I have introduced her to my child. Problem is, Hayley isn't happy for me. She said it hurt her when I distanced myself when I first met my partner and I feel she is now distancing herself and acts very quiet around me and my family. She says she is very worried I am moving too fast. I take her advice on board but things have got worse since I told her about the introductions.
I know people will automatically say she has got a crush on me but I disagree. How do I resolve things here? I told her she was still important to me but she doesn't believe me it seems. My priorities are different now and I am not in touch so much anymore but that's because I have a partner. Thoughts?
GJOFJ3 · 61-69, M
She should be hurt. You used her, her friendship, her kindness and caring, now you don't need her anymore.
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@GJOFJ3 it's not about being clueless. I never abandoned her or thought she would see the lessening of contact as a bad thing or as a sign that I didn't find her important. She took it personally when all I was doing was moving on and healing. I thought she wanted that for me.
GJOFJ3 · 61-69, M
@BluePlanet I don't know you but just gauging by this post I'd think you are a very self centered man
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@GJOFJ3 it's unfortunate I am being seen like that as I do consider myself kind. I would be there for Hayley if she called me. That isn't deserting someone
Pherick · 41-45, M
I guess I am not sure what you expected? You said it yourself,

[quote]My priorities are different now and I am not in touch anymore but that's because I have a partner. [/quote]

It sounds like she at a minimum enjoyed your friendship and didn't want to be put aside when you found a new partner.
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@Pherick I do understand to some degree but she can't have expected me to keep up that contact forever. I was going through a rough patch. It doesn't mean I don't care
WeighedDown · 36-40, M
Do you think this person you call hayley cares about you?
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@WeighedDown Its already gone cold and it's a shame she isn't pleased that I am doing better.
If I wasn't confident about my new partner I wouldn't have introduced her to my child. But it is serious and we are very much in love.
WeighedDown · 36-40, M
@BluePlanet how long have you known this new partner?
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@WeighedDown Six months. It was a chance meeting and none of us expected it to happen but we have fallen in love and I couldn't be happier
Sinnerwithaheart · 56-60, F
Try letting her know that you are still friends but more important be there for her and reach out to here.
BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@Sinnerwithaheart I will try. Thanks.
Sinnerwithaheart · 56-60, F
@BluePlanet Wish you the best.
revenant · F
Hailey has a crush on you.
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BluePlanet · 36-40, M
@Swann Yes. That's all I can do

 
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