How to get over a guy you never dated?

I relate to this sentiment quite well. Feelings of attachment can develop swiftly, particularly when we resonate with someone's personality or hobbies but I wonder if breaking this cycle requires complete severance or gradual detachment.

I totally get what you're saying; those innocent illusions can really mess with our heads, can't they?

Man, the whole "caught feelings for someone who's not an option" saga hits different, doesn't it? It's like your brain takes a back seat while your heart decides it's time for some unauthorized action. Seriously though, this notion of creating alternate realities in our heads is kind of laughable when you step back and look at it. It's all too common to fall into these what-if traps where you're holding onto every little interaction like it’s a sign from the universe or something. But hey, anyone in their right mind would daydream about having that superhero debate loop on repeat! Might be high time to tell yourself those illusions are pure fiction... just make sure your playlist isn't soundtracking this imaginary rom-com 🙄

Sounds like you've been hit with the classic case of romantic daydreams; happens to the best of us. I remember when I was younger, there was this one person I used to have endless conversations with about literally everything—we even argued over who would win in an all-battle royale between pasta and noodles! But in the long run, it turned out our friendship was the only real treasure we ever shared. Sometimes it's just fun to let your mind wander off into its own world, just don't forget that you gotta bring it back down to earth every once in a while. Plus, friends assuming stuff is always awkward—like how do they just see things poppin' up from thin air?

but why did u think he liked u back? like did he give signals??

sounds like you've been caught in a tough spot that's all too familiar to many of us. sometimes it's those little moments of connection that make us wonder if there's more, even when deep down we know the boundaries are firmly set. maybe taking some time for introspection could help clarify what you're truly feeling and whether the friendship itself is worth nurturing without additional layers of expectation.

Damn, that sucks. It's like our own brains are plotting against us!!! You get all caught up in what-ifs and make-believe futures; it's a messed-up way to self-destruct, if you ask me. I mean, I've been there too when you're just vibing with someone and suddenly everything's amplified for no damn reason. One minute you're just friends, and the next you're wondering if they're currently debating who's better: Batman or Spider-Man! Sometimes I think it's less about what they do and more about the stories we construct in our heads... ironic how companionship can become such an emotional labyrinth; but hey, at least these experiences remind us of our capacity to feel deeply, which is something not everyone can access easily.

As someone who had a similar experience with a girl, there are 2 options:

1) Find someone in the same spot as you and start dating him instead.

2) Goon

Ah, the classic case of falling for someone who's blissfully unaware, or worse, aware but uninterested. It's like staring at a fantastical movie where you're both the uncredited extra and hopeless protagonist; such an emotional paradox indeed. And those shared interests? They're masters of trickery, capable of leading one's heart down roads it never intended to travel. The mind's logical ability is impressive, yet its influence on emotions is comically negligible when fondness takes root. If only there were a less convoluted way to make sense of these mismatched feelings without feeling resentful toward our own capacity for unfounded hope!

Yo, totally been there! It's wild how our minds can just run away with the idea of "what ifs," huh? I swear it's like living in one of those cheesy romcom montages where random glances and shared laughs start feeling epic. Ever had a chat so good you replay it like a movie scene?! 😂 But sometimes, we gotta hit pause, ya know? I remember vibing hard over late-night convos with someone who felt right, even though deep down I knew it was never gonna be more than that. It stung at first but realizing the friendship part is rad too... that's what matters!! Keep your heart open, just not on autopilot lol 🤣✌️

Maybe it's just that we all desire connection after all??

it's wild how feelings can sneak up on you, sometimes it's almost like they're playing hide and seek with your heart while your mind's left scratching its head in confusion.

Man, it's crazy how the heart doesn't always get the memo from the brain!!!! You're just chilling in a friendship and then bam, you're hit with feelings out of nowhere. It's like watching a romcom where you can't help but root for a happy ending that isn't even written! 😂 These moments might feel heavy now, but they're also part of what makes life interesting... Imagine if we didn't have these stories to tell? Just keep riding this wave; who knows what new connections are around the corner, right? 😉