Dear Eric: I have been friends with “Betty” for many years. We were extremely close. A few years ago, she and her family moved out of state. Before that, I had begun to feel distant.

I felt obligated to remain close because she helped me through things. It was easier once they moved out of state. I visited them a couple of times, but after the last time, I lost the desire to visit again.

Recently, she sent me a video that she found humorous. It had a religious content, and I took offense because it poked fun at men and how they are worthless. I did let her know I was offended. She claims to be a Christian, but that video is a contradiction. I’m thinking of further distancing from this friendship. What do you think?

— Stepping Away

Dear Stepping Away: Respectfully, I think you might be

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