how do i tell my best friend that i dont feel the way he feels about me with out hurting his feelings
2006-09-04 11:57:34 · 5 answers · asked by sonia s 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
The thing that really stinks is you can't reject him without hurting his feelings on some level. However, if you handle things well, your friendship will be stronger in the long run. The important thing is that you are clear and compassionate. Explain that you do not feel the same way he feels about you. Don't leave any openings like, "I like someone else right now" or "right now I'm just too busy with ______" because that will give him hope and end up hurting him more in the long run.
You may have to spend some time apart so that he can get over being upset. Try to spend time with other friends, and encourage him to do the same thing. Eventually, he will get over his crush enough that you can be best friends again. Good luck.
2006-09-04 13:32:09 · answer #1 · answered by Sandra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't mean no harm but I think it's best to stay friends than a relationship. That's on the behalf of both of our love life.
2006-09-04 19:00:58 · answer #2 · answered by jacktownfinest2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the best one cause it will always work say "Your one of my best friends and I need some advice, I'm thinking about going out with .... what do you think"
2006-09-04 19:00:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just explain to him that you dont want to spoil your friendship with him and the only feelings you have is as a friend and if he is a true friend he should respect that
2006-09-04 19:00:43 · answer #4 · answered by matthewhrsfll 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can't. Just tell him. But try to be nice about it.
2006-09-04 19:00:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋