Kim, I hear your heart, and I know this situation has been painful, but I want to gently encourage you to look at it through a God-centered lens before you decide how to respond. When someone hurts us, it’s natural to want distance, yet there is a difference between setting a healthy boundary and shunning someone in a way that closes your heart. God calls us to guard our peace, but He also calls us to walk in grace, even when relationships shift. You can absolutely protect your emotional space without pretending someone doesn’t exist or withholding basic kindness. A boundary can simply mean keeping interactions brief, choosing not to pursue closeness, or giving yourself room to heal—none of which require coldness or avoidance. Asking God for strength to “not say hi” may come from hurt rather than healing, and that kind of withdrawal can quietly grow into bitterness. Instead, ask Him for wisdom, emotional steadiness, and the ability to be polite without being vulnerable, kind without being close, and Christlike without reopening wounds. You don’t have to punish anyone or pretend everything is fine; you just need to move forward in a way that honors God, protects your heart, and keeps your spirit free from resentment.