I am so sorry, John. I didn't know that part. And he didn't give me any idea of how bad it got for you. I promise, I can be patient. I can give you space when you ask for it, and I can be there if or when you need me. I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make this easier on you. I'd rather have us have space when we need it than make things awkward.
I'm honored you told me. And I promise, I won't think you're pushing me away. You won't lose my friendship over this. It would take quite a bit for me not to consider you a friend.