Painful friendships

[JackShephard]

Long story short, I have a lot of feelings for my friend. We dated once before and now we are just good friends. She knows I like her a lot and would do anything for her and she's ok with that. But what really gets to me is the fact that I have to watch her fall for someone else every day. I can see it. To make things worse, this guy that she likes is my best friend and we hang out all the time. They are great friends, but sometimes I feel torn. I want to distance myself sometimes because it hurts pretty badly, but I can't act like a douche and I don't want them to feel like I'm neglecting them. I've been open about it and my friend (the guy that the girl likes) told me he's been in the same position with her before. He's pretty empathetic and understands. We both like her. But also, I don't want anything to come between us. What can I do? I don't like hurting every day but it's just to hard to let go.

[spiderdude]

I would say bros before hoes but she your friend so think about It this way who do you honestly like more her or your friend

[JackShephard]

I dont think I could actually choose one over the other. Because even if I didn't like her in that way, she is still a great friend. I just want everything to stop hurting so badly.

[Dragon_Droppings]

You know what will make you feel better? Go hug a teddy bear.

[spiderdude]

I've been in a place close to that just not as serious but maybe you can find some one else that you are more compatible with

[JackShephard]

Yeah maybe. There is this really cute girl in my other class that is pretty sweet. Do you think if I where to go on a harmless date with this girl, it would help me... Umm see things differently? I can't really word it. Help me let go easier?

[Gordo]

best thing you can do is not dwell on it by going out with another girl. Plus it can expand your group. I think cuz you broke up, ya got more time on ur hands, which leads to thinkin about it rather than doing stuff. So maybe take up a new sport or whatev, just keep busy and switch up your routine with less time around them. Not zero time, just have some time for new people or things ya wanna look into

[JackShephard]

Thanks. I'm going to try this. I'll take out that girl (if she says yes) for a movie or something.

Edit. Ok, this is getting ridiculous. now every day, it's like in my face. Nether one of them has time for me now. I have a very big probelem with this. >:(