Crushed by a Crush: Friendship on the Line

We’ve all had that one friend who can’t seem to get over their crush, but what happens when that crush is on you? Our protagonist (21 f), an openly gay woman, has found herself in a sticky situation with her bisexual friend, S (19 f). After a series of events, S’s infatuation with our protagonist has reached an all-time high, leading to a confrontation that may cost them their friendship.

High School Crush

The Breakup and the Return

Hangouts or Dates?

The Truth Comes Out

Blocked and Shocked

Confronting S

Accusations and Ultimatums

Take Down the Posts

S’s Reaction

Sisterly Advice

Update: Contacting Friends

Understanding Mutual Friends

Ending the Friendship

Realization

Ex-Girlfriend Pronouns

Ex’s Pronoun Change

Crush Catastrophe: Friendship in Jeopardy

Our protagonist’s friendship with S has been put to the test after discovering S’s secret finsta account, where she portrayed them as a couple. After confronting her, S broke down and accused our protagonist of leading her on. Tired of the drama, our protagonist gave S an ultimatum: get over her infatuation or their friendship is over. Now, with friends taking sides and emotions running high, our protagonist wonders if she’s in the wrong. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Standing up for yourself against creepy behavior. #NTA

Don’t blame your feelings for being a creep

Friendship over after creepy move. NTA

NTA. Friend tried to manipulate and gaslight, distance yourself immediately.

Exposing a fake relationship: NTA for calling out the lies

Standing up to a creepy friend, but losing others’ support

NTA. Friend faked a relationship, blew up when rejected. Cut ties.

Standing up for oneself against a delusional friend. Good luck!

NTA. Friend crossed the line by posting pictures as a couple.

Demanding boundaries from a creepy friend. NTA

Navigating unrequited love in friendships can be tricky and painful ‍♀️. Communication is key.

Crushes are normal, but honesty is key. NTA

Standing up against creepy behavior and double standards. #NTA

Friend’s behavior is creepy and obsessive, NTA for setting boundaries

Survivor shares harrowing experience of sexual assault and victim blaming.

Take control of your online presence and report her account! NTA

Infatuation doesn’t equal feelings. Lying about it is creepy. #NTA

Cutting off toxic friends is necessary for self-respect

Setting boundaries with a friend who has a crush.

Friendship over. Accused of leading on and taking advantage. NTA.

Navigating unreciprocated feelings in friendships can be tricky.

Sometimes cutting ties is the kindest thing to do

Friendship crushed by social media lies. NTA for ending it.

Friend violated trust and privacy, NTA for being upset

Friend warns OP of potential stalker behavior. Stay safe

Documenting a fake relationship is creepy and dangerous. Get help.

Set boundaries and don’t let her pressure you into anything.

Toxic ex spreading rumors to friends? NTA, cut them off

Calling out double standards and lack of respect for LGBTQ+ people ️‍

Avoiding a potential disaster.

Friend betrays host’s trust, gets kicked out, host finds love ❤

Friend confesses feelings, posts as girlfriend, blames OP. NTA.

Calling out bad behavior within the queer community

Time to cut ties and move on. NTA

Crushes can’t justify lying and breaking trust in relationships. #NTA

Cutting off toxic friend. Keep an eye on social media

Consider friends’ perspectives, but NTA in situation

Standing up for yourself and your chance at love.

Don’t let your friends gaslight you, stand up for yourself

Friend expresses concern for OP’s self-respect after insensitive question.

Sometimes, distance is the best solution.

Don’t be a prop in someone else’s drama

Standing up for a friend against a crazy crush. NTA

Set boundaries and end toxic friendships.

Setting boundaries with possessive friends is important for self-care

Giant red flag. Cut her off immediately to avoid escalation.

Crushing on a friend’s partner: NTA, but actions matter

Navigating the thin line between friendship and stalker behavior

Cutting ties with toxic people is important for self-care

Controlling feelings vs. actions. NTA, but friend needs help

Friend’s crush crosses the line, commenter suggests restraining order.

Friend catfished me, said she loved me, ruined our friendship. NTA

Setting boundaries is important for healthy friendships.

Stand up against double standards and consider legal action.