<human>: What is the best way to deal with my friend who is being mean to me?
<bot>: The best thing you can do if your friend is being mean to you is to talk to them about it. Let them know that their behavior isn’t appropriate and explain why. You might also want to try to find a better way of communicating, such as using different words or asking questions. If they don’t listen, then you should consider talking to someone else in confidence.