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How to Handle a Crush on Your Best Friend. The trick to revealing your crush is to do
it in a way that doesn't jeopardize the friendship. This game plan will help. You will need A
keen eye Patience and courage. Step 1. Look for signs your friend feels the same way – like
stealing glances at you when they don't think you'll notice, or touching you on the arm
or shoulder when they're speaking to you. If their pupils become bigger when they look
into your eyes, it means they're physically attracted to you. That's one sign they can't
hide! Step 2. Give them some clear openings. For instance, if they're complaining about
a bad date, make a joke that maybe you two should be dating instead. If your best friend
is the same sex and straight, it's probably best to keep your crush to yourself. Step
3. Weigh the risk of confiding your feelings. If your BFF doesn't feel the same way, would
the friendship become too awkward to continue? Step 4. Consider timing, too: Are they free
to return your feelings, or are they involved with someone else? If they're dating someone,
examine whether your crush is sincere or is coming from jealousy over the relationship.
Never kiss them out of the blue. If they don't share your feelings, they might feel too uncomfortable
to continue the friendship. Step 5. If you decide to tell them how you feel, be casual.
Say something like, "I had a huge crush on you in grade school," and see how they react.
Make it more of an offhand remark than a confession. Step 6. Be prepared for their reaction. If
they say, "Wow – that would never work," or laugh hysterically, change the subject
and don't bring it up again. If you're already kissing, well, congratulations! Step 7. If
your feelings are not returned and it hurts to be around them, consider putting some distance
between you two for a while. It will put you in a better place to meet someone who will
love you back, at which time you might be ready to resume the friendship. Did you know
Did you know?People know if they're romantically interested in someone within the first 15
minutes of meeting them!