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Would I Feel Better if I Just Told Him?

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HangingOnYourCloud · 01/09/2025 19:17

I had a crush on a work acquaintance for about 18 months. We got along well and I I thought there was some chemistry between us but I didn’t and still don’t know if he’s single. I am but going through separation/divorce and was just going about my life working and looking after my kids without any hope or agenda of a relationship any time soon although I did hope I might meet someone in time.

I changed jobs and before I left, my crush wanted to talk to me, he did, but then he made no move to take my number and allowing me to walk out of his life. I don’t know whether he really isn’t bothered or if he’s just not very self confident and he bottled it. I wish I could just leave it at that but the problem is, I’ve since realised it’s not just the crush I thought it was and it turns out I’ve got these big feelings and now I can’t stop thinking about him. Would I feel better for sending an unsolicited message to him or will that just look weird and should I just leave him alone and try and get my head straight?

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Catpiece · 04/09/2025 13:58

Message him. I would. Let us know the outcome x

HangingOnYourCloud · 04/09/2025 14:17

I’m going to x

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Arlanymor · 04/09/2025 15:03

VimesandhisCardboardBoots · 04/09/2025 13:49

Of what?

Say you message him, and ask him out for a drink. What's the absolute worst thing that can happen?

He says no, or doesn't respond at all. Then you're in exactly the same position as now, you've lost nothing, and know he's not interested so can move on.

Posted before I saw your update - go for it - we'll be here for you. X

Y2ker · 04/09/2025 17:00

In your shoes I would also message. In your shoes I HAVE messaged and let someone know I'm interested and it has always worked out well.

I think that I am a bit of a closed book so don't give out very obvious signals so it does help to be clear in a 'I'd be up for a drink if you wanted to' way. They can always say no and no harm done.

HopefulBeliever · 07/09/2025 19:13

What did he say?
Really hoping for a happy ending!

HangingOnYourCloud · 07/09/2025 21:02

I haven’t sent anything yet, but I will and report back.

Thanks everyone for your responses last week, I was really struggling.

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