Was telling my best friend of 18 years that I had feelings for her worth it?
One person shares the outcome of this decision: “Told my best friend of 18 years that I had feelings for her”. Read how it affected their happiness, stress and finances, and whether they would do it again.
The one thing nobody tells you
She didn't feel the same but she didn't run either. We're still friends but it's different now. I don't know yet if I'm glad I said it or glad it didn't end us.
| Happiness after | 3/5 · Same |
| Stress after | 5/5 · Much higher |
| Financial impact | No change |
The conversation
This took real courage. The fact she didn't run says a lot about your friendship. It might feel different now but at least you know.