<human>:  How to reconcile a friendship that has been damaged?
<bot>: The best way to reconcile a friendship that has been damaged is to start by expressing your feelings about the situation openly and honestly. Show that you are willing to listen and to accept the other person's feelings in the process. Make an effort to understand why the friendship fell apart and what can be done to rebuild it. Offer to take actions or make apologies, if necessary, to help mend the relationship and to rebuild the trust and respect that was there before. Most importantly, be patient and be willing to work together to heal the rift and create a stronger, healthier friendship.