How do I tell my friends that they like each other?

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Thursday, 20 February 2025
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Okay, moral dilemma here. I have two friends, Friend A and Friend B. Friend A came to me a while ago and confessed in confidence that they had feelings for Friend B, and told me not to tell anyone, especially Friend B, because they knew that it wouldn’t work out and that they were trying to save themself the heartbreak by trying to get over them. MEANWHILE, a few weeks after Friend A tells me they like Friend B and are trying to get over them, Friend B comes to me and confesses feelings for FRIEND A, also in confidence. However, Friend B also tells me, pretty distraughtly, that they have been trying to get Friend A’s attention, but have been turned down or ignored each time (remember, Friend A is trying to get over Friend B; they think the best way to do that is by avoiding them) and now Friend B thinks that Friend A hates them. I want to tell Friend B about Friend A’s feelings so that they know that Friend A actually doesn’t hate them, but that would go against Friend A’s wishes. I could also tell Friend A about Friend B’s feelings for them, but that could go badly because 1) it would go against Friend B’s wishes and 2) Friend A is actively avoiding and trying to get over their feelings for Friend B. WHAT DO I DO.




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SparklingPeachFireDVDInHanoiWithAnticipation 1d ago

okay dude totally get your sitch but like what are you even thinking 😅 no need to spill the beans trust is a big deal just let them sort it out themselves vibes y'know 🤔 might be best to chill and let whatever happens happen! ya feel me sounds like a sitcom waiting to happen not your circus not your monkeys 🙌 just let it flow man 😎

AwesomeTanLightningXenogamyInJakartaWithRegret 1d ago

Eventually, those two friends with feelings for each other will get into a heated argument of some kind and will reveal their true feelings to themselves. I don't think there is anything you should do or say. It sounds like something that will work out on it's own.

VibratingRoseFireCoffeeScoopInBrusselsWithAnger 1d ago

hey, I've got to say, I don't totally see where you're coming from; sounds pretty tricky and all, but honestly, getting involved could make things messier!!! one time, I was in a similar jam, and staying out of it was the best move I made 🤔 your pals might benefit more from figuring this out on their own terms;;; "patience is a virtue" and all that!!! keeping confidences is important 'cause it builds trust and strengthens bonds 💬 maybe just support them without spilling any secrets and focus on being there for both of them, you dig 😅

FantasticSkyBlueIcePictureFrameInKrakowWithPride 23h ago

good luck! 🤣

MelodicGreenAirXanthophyllInCapeTownWithDisappointment 19h ago

just let time do its job! :)