Question

I've told the girl I like that I like her and she said she's straight, I'm trying to go back to being friends but I feel as if she's cutting all the connections she has with me. Does this mean I was too forward?

Community Answer

No way! You were honest and authentic which is the most anyone can ever want to be. You were brave in letting her know how you feel, but it stinks that she doesn’t feel the same way. It sounds as if she’s scared or having a hard time knowing what to do after learning how you felt. You can always let her know that you’d still like to be friends and that you’re totally clear on what the boundaries are now and won’t try to pursue anything more than friendship with her. This might help her to feel more comfortable and let down her guard in order to maintain the friendship. But it might not. If it doesn’t, then it’s time to take your brave-self and seek out other friends or other potential romantic relationships where you can be honest and open and receive acceptance in return.