When Hashem gives us a gift it obligates us to use it and make the most of it

Hi, I’m Rochel. I don’t usually do this sort of thing but I’m desperate for some advice.

I’ll state it plainly and, hopefully, without gaavah: I’m extremely popular. I have an endless number of friends who are constantly vying for my attention and approval. It can get a bit wearisome at times. I’d like to think I divide my attention evenly between all my friends, and I try awfully hard not to be the cause of hurt feelings, but it’s not always easy.

Overall, I don’t mind being the popular girl. It’s flattering and it gives me the responsibility of being the leader, something I gladly accept. I would say my flexible and charismatic personality, coupled with fairness and consideration, make me the perfect candidate for this role.

Unfortunately, it does come with inconveniences too.

If my own friends compete for my attention, it’s expected that less cool and unpopular girls do too. I’m not complaining about that in particular. I can honestly say I try my best to be nice to everyone and to include all girls in anything we do as a group. But one girl in particular is just going way too far.