How Do You Feel About Betrayal?

If you're ever in a situation where genuine good can come from betraying someone, you're open to it. For instance, if your friend cheats on his girlfriend and you know their breakup would free her from an abusive relationship, you'd tell her and betray your friend. By the way, if you ever did that, you're not losing a good friend; you're opening yourself up to the possibility of making an actual good-natured friend.

If betraying someone means a great personal gain, you don't think twice. You're rather selfish, but hey, if you don't look after yourself, who will? If telling your friend's girlfriend the truth, that he's cheating, will make her available again, you'll do it--and then date her.

No matter the circumstance or the chance of any kind of gain, you're not one for betrayal. You don't ever think of it as a remote possibility. Some would argue that you're honorable and a loyal friend until the end, which you are. But others would also argue you have no spine to stand for what's right, especially when you know what's at stake. Hmm...

When someone betrays you, you understand that they're human. People make mistakes all the time. It isn't the first time, and it won't be the last. Whether it's wrong or right, you always forgive those who betray you. That's not to say it doesn't hurt when it happens. It's just that you understand.

If someone betrays you, they might as well assume you'll never speak to them again. There isn't a second chance, let alone a third. Once you've been wronged, you remember forever. It might come off as cold-hearted, but to you, it simply means not falling for the same trap twice. You look after yourself and those in your circle. If they don't want a place at the table, there's plenty of room for someone better.