My friend and I have a long history. He and I have known each other for many years and have liked each other in the past. His long-term girlfriend just broke up with him and he has been texting me. He’s sad and lonely but I think he expects me to be a rebound for him rather than just a shoulder to lean on. I’m in a stable, happy relationship and want nothing more than friendship from this guy. I don’t really know how to comfort him. So if you were (or are!) in his shoes, what would you feel most comforted by? What would be most helpful? And what would make it abundantly clear to you that I’m not the rebound you might want? I’ve said many times that we are friends and that I’m happy with my boyfriend, but I don’t know if he really understands that so I could use some guidance.
