Say how you feel

“It hurts to love someone

and not be loved in return,

but what is the most painful

is to love someone

and never find the courage
to let the person know how you feel.”

So I found this quote and it really got me thinking. Is this quote true? Is it better to get it out in the open, even if the person does not feel the same? Is it better to get it out and potentially ruin the friendship?

This is a tough question. Personally, I get nervous sharing such things. Any possible rejection stops me from taking such risks. I think of the worst possibility and assume that is what will happen.

But, maybe that is a good way to be. Think about sharing it and think of the worst thing that could happen. If you are okay with that possibility, please share. Get it off your chest. It may turn out better than you dreamed, but keep the possibility of rejection in your mind. Reality is not a cheesy chick flick; professing a crush does not necessarily mean it will work out as it does in your favorite flick. But, that doesn't mean you should be a cynic either. You need to hope the best, but expect the worst.

My point: Life is short, take risks. Go for what you want. This is your chance to get what you want so don't let anything stop you, especially fear.