How to tell a friend you can't be their only support
You care about them, which is exactly why it is hard to say you are running out. Saying what you can still give makes the limit easier to hear.
Tonecraft lets you rehearse it first. Describe what is happening, choose gentle, direct or firm, and walk through six turns. At each turn you see three ways they might answer.
A way to open
I care about you, and I want to be honest. I can't be the only person you talk to about this. I'm glad to see you on weekends, and I think someone else in your corner would help.
Three ways they might answer. Each is plausible, not a prediction of what they will say.
Hears you out
I didn't realize how much I'd put on you. Thank you for saying it.
Pushes back
So when I need you, you're not there. Good to know.
Brushes it off
I'm fine. You don't need to worry about me.
Your first five rehearsals are free. No card needed.