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Am I overreacting for canceling my birthday dinner because of what my friend texted me?
So I (F18) was really excited to celebrate my birthday this weekend. I made a simple dinner reservation, invited 7 close friends, and told everyone that it was casual—nothing fancy, just good vibes and food.
This morning, one of my friends—let’s call her Jenna (F18)—sent me this text. I honestly don’t know what to feel. I ended up canceling everything, and now my phone is blowing up with people asking what happened. Some say I’m overreacting and being dramatic. Others say Jenna was just being honest.
Here’s the text she sent me at 10AM—what do you think?
I honestly just wanted to have a nice night and forget about all the stress. Now I feel embarrassed and stupid. Am I overreacting for canceling?
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JENNA: idk how to say this without sound-ing mean but i just don’t think it’s a good idea for you to throw a birthday dinner when literally nothing in your life is together rn lol
Op: ?? what does that mean
JENNA: like ur always anxious, you dropped out of classes, and u just seem kinda all over the place. i feel like celebra-ting rn is a little… weird? like maybe focus on getting things on track first. not trying to be rude just real.
Op: Wow. Got it.