Why it's OK to let friendships fade out - BBC News
"Relationships aren't all or nothing," says Nelson. If there's someone you truly want to reach back out to but feel awkward doing so because it's been so long, you could say something like: "'Oh my goodness, my head is finally above water. I have thought about you so many times over the past year, and I am so sorry that we lost touch'," she says. "I just wanted to let you know that you were missed. If you have time, I would love to meet you for that walk we always talk about' or 'I can't wait to get back into the office'." "Just acknowledge it and say, 'I wish we were able to keep in touch, but we weren't able to'," continues Nelson. "I think everybody understands that." Another situation many people find themselves in is having reconnected with old friends from years ago during the pandemic, like old pals from university. And while that was a gift for many amid the health crisis, you ...