Mel Gibson might not the same man that America knew. People can change, and sometimes it is hard to keep a relationship or friendship with someone that is not the person we thought they were.
Have you had a friend that you lost because he or she changed dramatically? Do you struggle with forgiving this person?

Offer support for one Beliefnet member that is losing a friend and trying to cope with the change. Give a kind word or share your own story of how you understand this kind of loss.