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Is it normal to be jealous of your best friend?

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Yes, it’s normal to feel jealous of your best friend sometimes. The feeling doesn’t make you a bad friend; what matters is how you handle it.

Jealousy can pop up when your best friend gets close to someone else, has something you want, or seems to be doing better than you. It often points to a worry or need of your own, like wanting reassurance or more time together—not a lack of love for your friend.

Try to notice what’s underneath the feeling before acting on it. You can ask for more time together or talk honestly without blaming them. Feeling jealous now and then is common; trying to control who they see or making them feel guilty can strain the friendship.

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