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Annoyed by a friend who imitates your every move? Here's what you need to do
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They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but it can still be pretty irritating when your friend is copying you. If it seems like they're always buying the same clothes as you, listening to the same music, and even copying your opinions and habits, it might be time to sit them down and talk about it. Fortunately, it's possible to address the problem head-on without ruining your friendship—and we're here to help. Read on to learn how to address a friend with a copycat problem, so you can both shine in your own ways.
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QuestionWhat do I do if my friend keeps copying what I read and what I draw?Community AnswerAsk them to do their own work. Nothing is worse than getting a 0 for someone else copying your work.
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QuestionHow do I stop someone from copying what I want to be when I'm older?Community AnswerSay that you want to be something else instead, but really pursue your original desire. You are tricking the person copying you to a different job.
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QuestionThere is a friend of mine whom I've fought out with, but she keeps coming back and copying my tastes, like my favorite game, my favorite YouTuber, etc. How should I deal with her?Community AnswerSome people say that it is a compliment if people copy you, but I find that irritating. Maybe you should start to change your style and tastes. You could also just tell the friend how you feel. Of course, if you guys are fighting all the time anyway, it might be time to just end the friendship.
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Tips
- Take time to reflect before you take any major action. Sometimes it feels like someone is copying us when they're really not. Other times, they really might be copying us, but it turns out to not be a big deal.Thanks
- Try to decide for yourself if this is something you definitely need to address, or if it's better left alone.Thanks
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Warnings
- They might get defensive when you approach them about it. Be prepared for it to put a rift in your friendship. If it becomes a serious issue, talk to an adult about it.Thanks
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