Dear Ariel,
My friend has been ignoring me and I don’t know why. I try to talk to her but she always makes up an excuse to go away! How to I find out what’s up?
Sincerely,
Wants To Talk

Dear Wants To Talk,
Try giving your friend some space. Let her have time to figure out what she wants to tell you before you crowd her. When a week or two has gone by, try calling or e-mailing her. That way she will get your message and be able to understand what you are feeling when she ignores you. Tell her that you are willing to talk with her if she wants to. But if she doesn't answer or says she doesn't want to talk, give her some space and try again later. She needs to remember that friends are not mind-readers: you have to let them know what is going on! But it is also your job to remember that sometimes, a friend just needs some space.

Sincerely,
Ariel