💨 Abstract

Vix Proctor, 44, experienced deep emotional pain when her childhood friend got married and she was not included as a bridesmaid. Proceedings forced placing her loved ones in a hierarchy, she felt publicly ranked, like a declaration in reverse, declaring "you’re not quite good enough." The public aspect of a wedding can intensify that hurt, and if you’ve been through break-ups, grief, careers highs and lows with someone, feelings can be bewildering.

Courtesy: Kristina Beanland