To be fair, I do feel that the people who've suggested I make a choice are looking out for my best interests. I would consider each of these people to be a frie

To be fair, I do feel that the people who've suggested I make a choice are looking out for my best interests. I would consider each of these people to be a friend (including my former boss). But I do think you're right that people like to classify things and put them in boxes. I don't fall into either box and that may cause dissonance for some.