So there's this boy that I've known for basically my whole life, and just recently I've really started to like him. We talked in homeroom and stuff but obviously just as friends. I'm also extremely shy, so I never say anything to guys that I like, mostly because I've been shot down alot. Plus, I don't wanna ruin our 'friendship'. I mean, we aren't like good friends, but we've known each other awhile and talk occasionaly.. I just said that haha. well, I just wouldn't want it to be awkward or anything if he doesn't like me. He hasn't had a girlfriend and I've never had a boyfriend. It's really stupid and I'm not sure what I should do. But I'm really starting to fall for him.. I just don't wanna get hurt. Help?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Relationships category? Maybe give some free advice about: Love Life? bitterxsweet answered Tuesday June 3 2008, 12:20 am: you have to decide how worth it it is. if you really like him, go for it! if he's not like one of your really good friends or anything, chances are it wont end up that awkward. try being better friends with him first and get closer to him. see where that takes you, he could end up falling for you and ask YOU out. but you cant be scared to ruin the friendship. if i had done that with the past 2 guys i've fallen for, two WONDERFUL relationships would have never happened. yeah, yall may not be fine n dandy immediately, but that doesnt mean the friendship is ruined. my ex and i went out for a year and a half, and when we broke up, didnt talk for about 5 months, but now, we're perfectly fine and still really good friends. but you have to decide, do you think it's really not worth the risk? get closer to him, flirt with him. if something happens and yall go out and then break up, the most important thing is dont try to force the friendship. he'll need space, and you will too, eventually though, things could end up normal again =] good luck girl ! [ bitterxsweet's advice column | Ask bitterxsweet A Question ]
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