Dear heart, things are ALREADY AWKWARD.

Now’s the time to put your foot down and nip this in the bud or it’s going to ruin your whole school year. Tell them “I’m sorry, but I have a lot going on in my life at the moment, and I just don’t have the emotional energy to be a sounding board for anybody right now. I have to go.” and then turn and walk away. Don’t give them a chance to ask questions or try to get your attention- literally walk away.

If they’re a decent person, they’ll accept it and leave you alone. WIN. If they’re a selfish asshole, they’ll be pissed and stop talking to you. ALSO WIN.