When I became your friend - no reference to the formal request process that's part of the forum software, it implied accepting you being your unique self, including your own ways of being down.

I realize that "selfish hissy fit" may appear on one side of the coin, but "critical coping method" may be stamped on the other. What you describe as a "hissy fit" (love that phrase, by the way) served a purpose, perhaps a critical purpose in guarding your sanity and safety. I can think of much darker investments of your energy. I thank you for instead unfriending me. The electronic expression of friendship always be restored.

I'm so glad you're here, Julia!