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Heart is actually hurting

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LiveLaughLove92 · 18/01/2026 20:27

So i need some help/advice ive been friends with someone for over 10years and ive been in love with them for 9 but they dont love me they love someone else who doesnt love them and im hurting so bad just want advice on what I can do to help with my situation I just want to move on and try and date other people.

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Jellybunny56 · 18/01/2026 20:29

It’s time to step back from the friendship OP. You will not be able to get over this while the person is still in your life and you are holding yourself back from meeting someone who truly does love you.

Brightbluesomething · 18/01/2026 21:01

I’m sorry to hear that this is painful for you. But you can’t heal whilst you’re still in contact.
I know all too well how difficult it is to still love someone who isn’t ever going to be what I want them to. You have to cut all ties. Time heals and you will feel better, just not at first. But it does happen.

Blueyisnotreal · 18/01/2026 22:07

Tell us more about the situation op how did you become friends, were you close? @LiveLaughLove92

Blueyisnotreal · 20/01/2026 16:00

Hi op @LiveLaughLove92 how are you doing today?

Missstified · 21/01/2026 22:34

From experience, someone can be a fantastic friend, but a terrible partner. It always seems like a good idea at the time, but it doesn't always play out that way. Can you try to focus your attention elsewhere? Spend time doing hobbies as a distraction? I wish you luck

gamerchick · 21/01/2026 22:42

You can't get over someone when you see them regularly and have a connection OP, friend or not.

Unexpectedlysinglemum · 21/01/2026 23:03

Like a midsummer nights dream

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