Does embarrassment of a mistake cause coldness in a friendship?

March 17, 2019 8:31am CST
I have a friend who I've had awkward conversations with lately because he admitted he made a mistake a couple of times. Frequently, I told him it's okay or it's alright as I understand his situation and I think it's not a big deal. However, it seems like it's a big deal for him and it feels like we are growing apart. I attempted to make light of the situation and sometimes even joke around just so that he won't feel bad or feel sad about it but I can only go so far. What do you think of the situation? If you were in his situation, you made a mistake to your friend, would you react the same and become awkward/cold instead?
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@jiwonnie (443)
• Philippines
17 Mar 19
Maybe he really feels guilty about whatever he did?
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17 Mar 19
I guess he does. However, I'm not sure at this point how to console him as I've informed him it was alright.
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@jiwonnie (443)
• Philippines
17 Mar 19
@Phinyf27 you did your part :) it's up to him now.
@Janet357 (75678)
17 Mar 19
No. Am matured enough not to act like that.
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17 Mar 19
Yes, I wish he could be mature enough
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@1creekgirl (40184)
• United States
17 Mar 19
Not knowing the situation, since joking about it didn't help, maybe he needs to know you forgive him.
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17 Mar 19
thanks. I shall consider talking to him seriously when we meet up