There's also a chance he doesn't feel the same, which might be a bit painful at first. But in the long run, it can be a relief to have your feelings out in the open and you can start to move on if needed. Also, it could even strengthen your friendship if you both handle it maturely.
Just be honest and straightforward. Walk up to him and say, 'I like you.' Simple as that. It might seem scary, but it's the most direct way.
She may become angry, feel violated, and it could seriously damage your relationship with her. It's a very inappropriate topic to bring up in a family context.
One consequence is that it can create misunderstandings. A lie story might spread and cause people to have false impressions, which can lead to unnecessary disputes or problems.
It can also damage relationships. Friends or family might feel betrayed if they find out you've been spinning false tales. For example, if you tell a lie story about why you missed a friend's important event, they may be hurt and it could strain your friendship. Moreover, in a professional setting, telling lie stories can harm your reputation. Employers value honesty, and if they catch you in a false narrative, it could lead to negative evaluations or even job loss.
One consequence of telling fake stories is losing people's trust. If someone is known for making up stories, others will be less likely to believe them in the future, whether it's in personal relationships or in a professional context.
The consequences can be quite serious. It might create bias. For instance, in a legal case, if the defense's side of the story isn't fully told, the jury may be more likely to convict the defendant unjustly. Also, in a social or cultural context, not telling a side of the story can fuel stereotypes. If we only hear about the 'bad' side of a particular group and not their positive contributions or their side of certain events, it can lead to discrimination and a negative cycle of misperception.
One consequence is that it can make people, especially children, afraid to be alone. They may start seeing things in the dark and become overly paranoid.
One consequence is making people around you feel uncomfortable. It can also damage your reputation as it shows a lack of propriety.
One consequence could be losing the trust of the audience. If people find out that a storyteller lies in their stories, they might not believe anything else the storyteller says in the future.
It can lead to misunderstandings. People might make wrong assumptions or decisions based on incomplete information.