I will be his mistress, wife and friend.

fuck the pinnacle; let's plateau.

assumption--at IT's best.

feminely words of wisdom which fill, not kill nor cheap shot thrills. -me.

8. Respond as friend not foe

Human nature is to repel or run from criticism. It’s best to receive it and then deal with it. If criticism is misdirected, play the role as a friendly facilitator, e.g. “I am not the one you need to talk to, but I will help you make the connection you need.”