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I pushed him away without knowing…

A guy I was getting along with very well seemed to show interest in me, but because I’m shy, I never knew how to act. I really care about him and am very attracted to him, but I wasn’t sure if he was interested or not. Then, one night he and I were sitting down together, when a girl we both know came in. She’s always had a crush on him, sat in between us, and started flirting with him. He seemed interested, so I got up and left to let them have some privacy, and so my teeth clenching would show. A few minutes later, he found me and asked me why I left, I tried to make it not so serious, smiled and told him that I thought he liked her. Then he got very angry and said he didn’t. I apologized, but things really haven’t been the same since. Now, he doesn’t visit me, and has shown interest in a different girl. Do you think he felt like I shut him down? What can I do to fix this before I lose him for good? He really doesn’t like confrontation, so talking to him about it might make it worse. It needs to be something that I can do in a regular conversation to spark his interest in me again. Remember, I’m really shy!

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Just Adam offline Verified User (1 year, 4 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (2 minutes after post)

If you have to force his interest in you I am not so sure a relationship is such a good idea.

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (3 minutes after post)

You might be right, Adam. It’s just a shame, because he showed so much interest over the past couple of months and I feel like I let him down.

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kanneybby offline Verified User (1 year, 10 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
Sacramento, CA, US | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (4 minutes after post)

Why not meet with him and do something that shows him you’re interested in him. Step outside of your comfort zone for a quick second when you’re with him and show him who you are on the inside without that shy barrier. I mean, put yourself in his shoes. When that girl was sitting in between you both you should have stayed to show him that you’re not going to be walked upon and throw out of the loop because you’re not stepping up to the plate.

Try stepping up since he doesn’t like confrontation. Let him know you’re serious.

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (7 minutes after post)

Thanks so much, kanneybby. Do you have any tips on how I might be able to show him I’m willing to, just non-verbally?

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Just Adam offline Verified User (1 year, 4 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (9 minutes after post)

katrienne.moyenn wrote:
You might be right, Adam. It’s just a shame, because he showed so much interest over the past couple of months and I feel like I let him down.

Sweetheart I don’t want to be right. I mean I don’t know the situation. You’re young I’m sure note passing would be a good way to communicate, haha.

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kanneybby offline Verified User (1 year, 10 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
Sacramento, CA, US | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (10 minutes after post)

It all depends on the type of guy he is. Does he ever try holding your hand or kissing you or anything like that?

I don’t know, if I was in your position I would of initiated something like that first and not be all traditional or laid-back about it. I’d be aggressive in what I wanted to let him know that I was serious. I always hear that actions speak louder than words. You know what I mean?

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (18 minutes after post)

He’s actually pretty shy too, but I do get what you mean. I’ll try and be more aggressive; just hope the best for me!

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Just Adam offline Verified User (1 year, 4 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (19 minutes after post)

katrienne.moyenn wrote:
He’s actually pretty shy too, but I do get what you mean. I’ll try and be more aggressive; just hope the best for me!

I do really hope all goes well! Good luck!

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (20 minutes after post)

Thanks!

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kanneybby offline Verified User (1 year, 10 months) Long Term User Shouts: 2 #
Sacramento, CA, US | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (34 minutes after post)

I wish you the best. :) get your mannn.

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rabbits offline Verified User (1 year, 5 months) Long Term User Shouts: 1 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (9 hours, 20 minutes after post)

Yeah, I’d say you just gotta tell him how you feel somehow, if you think you pushed him away, it might just be that he’s picked up that there’s something you’re not telling him (though I’ll bet he has no idea what it is if he has), and he’s just reacting to that.
As for suggestions on what to do… I’m pretty shy myself, I suck at telling people things when I’m there in person. Kissing him would convey the message though wouldn’t it? Some people might think its a bit extreme, but I’d have though it’d just be easier to just grab him and kiss him (any style you want, just a peck on the lips would do) than to come out and say something.
Alternatively, I know a lot of girls don’t like getting confessions by text or MSN or whatever, but I don’t think there’s any guys that’d mind really, sure it’s nicer in person, but if it ain’t gonna happen, what’s the point making it your only option?

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rabbits offline Verified User (1 year, 5 months) Long Term User Shouts: 1 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 6 days ago (9 hours, 23 minutes after post)

Oh, and good luck!

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 5 days ago (13 hours, 46 minutes after post)

Wow, I really do appreciate everything you have been suggesting. I’m just running into a problem. I messaged him, and he didn’t answer. He visited my neighbour, and used to always come over here, but didn’t yesterday. He was there for a while. Maybe I’m too late?

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rabbits offline Verified User (1 year, 5 months) Long Term User Shouts: 1 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 5 days ago (14 hours, 49 minutes after post)

I wouldn’t worry, you just have to be patient, there are hundreds of good reasons why he wouldn’t have replied yet. You just need patience, communication, and a bit of optimism.

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katrienne.moyenn offline Verified User (7 months, 1 week) Long Term User Shouts: 0 #
An Unknown Location | 2 weeks, 4 days ago (2 days, 7 hours after post)

Howdy, y’all… Things started to look up, but the new girl seems to be like 4 paces a head of me. She kept giving him neck massages all last night, laying on him and flirting. He seemed to be enjoying it too. I’ll still hang in there in case I hopefully have something that he’s uniquely looking for, but man, is this ever hard to watch!

PS. I still want to thank you all for your advice; It’s nice to know that there are people who can help. :)

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