I am falling in love with a friend who doesn't return any feelings like this.
it was interesting and different
I didn't want to have to choose a strategy, I just wanted it to have a natural flow.
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Hello how are you doing today?
assistant
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Somewhat stressed but otherwise ok. How about you?
user
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I am great, it snowed and looks like Christmas here. Why are you so stressed?
assistant
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I'm developing romantic feelings for a friend but she doesn't share those feelings with me in return.
user
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That is very hard to have feelings for someone who does not feel the same way. I have been there myself. Have you tried to put distance between yourself and this friend?
assistant
Reflection of feelings,Question
Yes, I had received that advice from someone and tried it but it didn't help. We have been friends for a long time and I think it would be tough to smother these romantic feelings.
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Have you thought about talking with this friend about these feelings?
assistant
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I have but I'm sure she wouldn't react very well and it could damage our relationship. I'm also pretty sure she's already aware. She's pretty sharp.
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Well maybe you should address these feelings with her in a very relaxed public atmosphere. Just let her know that you really like her and you have realized that she has many of the qualities that you look for in a person to get serious with. However, you treasure your friendship more than anything and you do not want anything to come in between your friendship....this way you have addressed your feelings, she knows how you feel and then should she decide to every take the friendship to the next step, she wouldn't feel awkward.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
That sounds like a good plan. I do like having things out in the open instead of holding them in. My other thought was to maybe try to seek out a romantic partner that isn't her so then maybe the feelings would go to another focus and it wouldn't damage our relatinship.
user
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That sounds like a great idea. Have you been dating other people much?
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance,Question
No, it has been difficult with the whole Corona virus thing. I have taken a large income hit and also I'm having trouble finding someone who wants to actually go do something.
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Yes the Corona virus has really put a damper on all kinds of normal activities. Have you thought about joining like a group with similar interests as yourself? Maybe look for a local group that has a Facebook page and you can start with building friendships just by chatting online or even on the public page itself. Some of the best lasting relationships start out as friends with similar interests and then they blossom.
assistant
Providing Suggestions
I think I'll give that a try. I could use a new hobby anyways.
user
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Sounds like a great plan, how are you feeling now?
assistant
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I feel a lot better nwo that I have some options.
user
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That's great, sometimes just being able to talk through things with someone else, really helps to get things in perspective and brainstorm some new ideas. I am glad you are feeling better and hope that you have a great rest of your day.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Yes, thank you. And you also have a great day.
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