Abby Connolly
Don’t beat yourself up
One of the first things you may do when you find out your crush doesn’t like you back is blame yourself. However, there is nothing you should be blaming yourself for.
Just because someone doesn’t want you back doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong; it simply means you and that person are not the right fit.
Focus on their good friend qualities
When trying to stay ‘just friends’ with a crush, it can be hard not to focus on all the things about them that made you have a crush on them. However, if you want to remain friends, remember why you like being in their presence in the first place.
Reframe your thinking and focus more on their friend qualities versus their potential partner qualities. That way, you can start to appreciate them more as a friend instead of a love interest.
Remember, there are other fish in the sea
I know you’re probably tired of being told there is someone else out there when things don’t work out with someone you want, but it’s a good thing to keep in mind.
Just because one person doesn’t like you does not mean that there aren’t many others who find you to be a total catch. You’ll have an easier time moving on once you broaden your horizons and put yourself out there for someone else.
Again, I know it’s hard to find out that someone you really like doesn’t like you back, especially if it’s someone you don’t want to lose entirely. Hang in there, and remember that you will be able to find love elsewhere!
