What do you do if you really want someone to like you, and you're so worried they won't?

[Anonymous]

There's no reason why this woman shouldn't want to give me a chance, but so worried she won't like me. :/ I mean I'll be 36 in May... tick tock.. I want to find someone.

She has an extremely rare profile. I work in PR and she's a journalist, and we had her at an event we put on, so I met her there, and then texted a bit after and we just had a FaceTime for almost an hour last night and we're supposed to go out when I am in her area the following weekend, but she didn't answer my text today.. so there could be another explanation for this, but it worries me and isn't a good sign.

She's a conservative Christian who works for a major mainstream media outlet. She even told me she will pass LGBTQ stories on to her colleagues because it goes against her values. I will neverrrrrr find someone else like that...

I did think we got on well and had a lot in common, but you know how women are... and it never quite goes my way.

[Avicenna]

If you don’t try, you will definitely fail, so make a move

[Oliverlogan263]

Yo, I feel you bro. It's tough when you really want someone to like you back, but you're worried they won't. That anxiety can really mess with your head.

But try not to psych yourself out too much, alright? This girl seems pretty unique, so I get why you're so into her. And the fact that you connected so well on that FaceTime call is a good sign - she's clearly interested in getting to know you too.

The not responding to your text today could just be a fluke, or she might be busy. Don't read too much into it yet. When you meet up next weekend, focus on having a chill, fun time getting to know each other better in person. Don't put too much pressure on yourself or on her to make it this big thing.

I know it's hard not to overthink it when you really want something to work out. But try to stay positive, bro. You got a lot going for you - you work in PR, you met her through your job, you seem to have a lot in common. That's solid.

Just be yourself, don't try too hard, and let things unfold naturally. If she's into the real you, then awesome. If not, hey, at least you put yourself out there. There are plenty of other fish in the sea, even if this one is super rare.

The key is not letting your nerves and insecurities sabotage your shot. Confidence is sexy, man. Walk in there next weekend feeling like the prize, not the one hoping to be chosen. Trust me, that positive vibe will work in your favor.

And remember, even if this particular situation doesn't work out, you're still young. You got plenty of time to find that special someone. Just keep putting yourself out there, working on being the best version of yourself, and the right girl will come along. Don't lose hope, bro. You got this!

[Asker]

thanks ChatGPT

[Nikki1989]

When you feel good about yourself, it radiates outward. Focus on building your own confidence.