Continuing a friendship after rejection.

[EmbraceX]

I'm currently not sure as to how I go about this friendship. I had told my very close friend at boarding school that I had feelings for her, and that i wanted to pursue something more than just a friendship. She told me that she really does care for me and like me a lot, but just as a friend. I respected that, and we have remained friends since that happened (which was about one and a half months ago.) Since then we have become much closer friends. She has been sharing her relationship problems with me seeking my advice. I finally realized a few days ago that at the moment, I'm not able to get over seeing her as more than a friend, and that hearing about all this is making me miserable. So yesterday I told her that right now I need space to move on otherwise the rejection would eat away at me. I think I did the right thing for my sanity anyways, but it sure feels awful. I have no one to talk to about this, so I'm not sure where to go from here, or even if this was the correct move. I'm really afraid that I may not be able to get over seeing her in an intimate way and that I will lose my friendship with her. Not to mention that because we go to boarding school together we literally live together so we do have to see each other throughout the day. Sorry for the wall of text, any advice or personal experiences would be great, thanks!

[Abhorrence]

It would definitely be an easier time for you if you spent some time apart but I know how difficult this is and I can tell you it does go away even if you do spend time apart albeit it takes a lot longer.

[SethfromMI]

it will take some time. after a rejection, you may never be able to have the best of friendships. but after time, you might find yourself to still be able to be friends

[jordanhardy]

If your friendship is as strong as you say it is then i'm sure she will support and understand your decision.

[Nico11]

Stay strong bruh. You did the right thing. You had to break it away. In my experience, breaking away help in moving on faster. Ahd if you're comfortable, you can still stay friends. Message me if you wanna talk. Always open. :)

[NickTheStar]

I would avoid her. Go back when it doesn't feel awkward af.

[Axel_]

I wouldn't suddenly stop talking to her. It would hurt her and she will become confused. Make her understand you need some space for now to sort some things but still talk to her but not as heavily.

[targaryen101]

not long ago I went through the same thing, I was infatuated with this girl, she was amazing in so many ways, she said it would be better if we were just friends, thats all she ever saw me as, and I knew if I respected her I would have to respect that wish, I did, I still love her as a friend, and now I am dating a friend of hers and I am beyond happy! its not awkward because everyone is happy. and you can be too, you just need to be the bigger man, take the high road, just ease into it, message her less, snap chat her less, see her in a group environment :) hope that helped