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Telling your friends who you like can be both fun and stressful. It can be done quickly and easily without a fuss, or can become chaos within seconds. Following these simple steps, however, will ensure that everything goes fine.
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Decide whether you really like the person you would like to tell your friends about. If you don't have real feelings for them, there's no point in telling anyone.
- Talk to the person you like and think about how you feel. If you've liked other people before, are the feelings you're experiencing similar?
- Consider what it is that has made you like this person. Have you always liked them? Are you just feeling lonely? These are some important questions to think about.
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Choose which friends you would like to tell. This can be the crucial step that affects the outcome of telling your friends who you like.
- Make a list of your closest friends, and then eliminate the one who are most likely to gossip. Leave only the people you trust the most on your list.
- Who have you told secrets to before? Use past experiences to judge who you can tell things, and who you can't.
- Don't make anyone mad, or announce to everyone that you like someone. Some people might get offended if you don't tell them or constantly hound you with questions, so only actually tell the people that you want to.
- Who would tell you who they like? These people can be trustworthy.
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Find somewhere private to tell your friends. You don't want to tell them who you like in front of other people, as they might hear or try to join in with your conversation.
- You could invite your friends over to your house, or go to their houses, as they are the most private places you can find without being disturbed.
- Do not tell anyone who you like through technology or social media unless absolutely necessary. You should always tell them in person, since screenshots can easily be taken and posted anywhere, or could be shown to anyone (including the person you like).
- Try to avoid telling people at school, since once again, people will expect to know what you're talking about.
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Tell your friend quickly, quietly, and get to the point fast. If you act like it's not a big deal, they will make less of a fuss about it.
- Don't let what anyone thinks affect your feelings. It's your life, and they can't control it.
- If your friends ask you questions, give them simple, short answers. Don't reveal too much information as you might seem desperate. Always make sure you don't lie to your friends, though.
- Stay calm and collected. When you see the person you like, make a point to talk to them or smile at them in front of your friends. That way, they won't feel the need to talk to the person themselves, which can be embarrassing.
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Stay relaxed about it. If your friends continually ask you questions, answer them politely and don't get angry.
- Sometimes, people can become annoying when they're constantly asking you things. Ask them to stop, and they probably will, considering they are your trusted friend.
- If anyone teases you about your crush, just laugh it off. They will most likely laugh with you, which can help you to bond within your relationship.
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QuestionI already lied to my friend and told her I didn't like him because I panicked, but now I want to tell her. What should I do?Community AnswerJust tell your friend the truth and explain why you lied. Everyone can relate to feeling shy about crushes, your friend will understand.
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QuestionWhat if my crush asked me out, but I said no? What should I do?Morgan JoyceCommunity AnswerFirstly rethink why you said no (because you were embarrassed, unsure, felt like it wouldn't work?) and go from there. If you like him/her, then go ahead and talk to them about your feelings or say you would like to go out with them if they would still like to.
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QuestionI told my friend I liked someone, and now I don't like this person anymore. How would I tell my friend that I don't like anyone anymore?Community AnswerThis doesn't have to be a big deal. Just say something like, "I was thinking it over, and I don't think I have feelings for [their name] anymore."
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Tips
- Stick with your friends, no matter what happens.Thanks
- If people are mean to you about your crush, they are not your real friends. Simply ignore them and drop them.Thanks
- Always remember to not let what anyone thinks affect how you feel.Thanks
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Warnings
- Don't tell a lot of people. Even good friends might spread it around, and if you start liking someone else, then it will be hard to make sure everyone knows you don't like the first person anymore.Thanks
- If people ask you if they can tell others, say no. If you really trust the person that they would like to tell, then tell them yourself.Thanks
- If you tell too many people, it will spread.Thanks
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