[swingdjted]

Some of it had interesting word choices, but the message still comes out clear if a reader pays attention and reads through enough.

You said that no one should dictate to you what you "like and what not..." If you are a mature adult, you are right. If you like or dislike something or someone, that is your decision and your decision only. A good friend, family member, or colleague should respect that, but often they don't.

I have a few friends that know I have major differences of opinion with them. They disagree with me on some things, sometimes even big things, but can still respect me for my ability to make my own decisions. They can also still spend time with me peacefully and happily if we keep the topic on something we have in common. When there is a debate or argument, we try to just attack the standpoint, which is good, and not the person himself or herself, although sometimes there is a little bit of the personal attack, which is bad.

If someone wants to end a friendship with you because of bad business, then perhaps it's best not to have both a working relationship and a friendship with the same person. I find when I get too close to a co-worker in a friendship way, a work issue can really mess things up for the friendship.