Relationshipsfriendship
#RI-69a91067·4 months ago·
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“confess feelings to close friend”
What Actually Happened
I confessed my feelings to my close friend, but he didn't feel the same way, and our friendship changed
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had been more prepared for the possibility of rejection"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest with yourself and your friend, and consider the potential consequences of confessing feelings"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Relationships Category
3,331
Relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 7.2/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
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