Having friends at work is a blessing: You have someone to eat lunch with, a sounding board for ideas, and a supportive shoulder to lean on when the boss is being completely unreasonable. Besides, you likely spend eight-plus hours a day, five days a week with them—which means you probably see them much more often than your outside-of-work pals. Just like with any other relationship, conflicts and awkward situations are bound to occur. Here’s how to get through the most cringeworthy situations you’ll encounter with coworkers. Read more.