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Too late for a friend to date?
By Anna Kasper
Dear Anna,
I've been good friends with this guy for years, and a few months ago, I realized I had feelings for him. I never told him because I didn’t want to ruin our friendship. Recently he started dating my friend. I'm trying to be supportive of their relationship, but my heart is breaking. Anna, should I tell them how I feel or just sit back and wait for the feelings to go away?
*A.*
I'm sorry it happened this way, but you're wondering if you should tell a happy couple this news now? No way!
You've kept your feelings from him for so long because you didn’t want to ruin a friendship. Do you really think losing two friends now is going to make you feel better? Umm, no.
You lost your chance, but I wouldn’t just sit there waiting for your feelings “to go away.” Go out, hang out with your other friends, make new friends and get involved with a new activity. You could meet a new guy in the process.
If not, it will at least keep you busy and help you put things in perspective. Maybe then you will be happy for them.
Best, Anna
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