Should You Tell Your Crush You Like Them (ODDLY SPECIFIC)

Summary

This detailed and humorous guide helps you navigate the tricky decision of whether or not to tell your crush you like them, exploring various scenarios based on relationship status, context (friend group, school, work, or casual settings), and emotional dynamics. With a flowchart-style approach, it offers advice for everything from confessing to a friend’s ex to dealing with workplace crushes. While acknowledging the awkwardness and risks involved, the guide encourages you to take a leap of faith—because, as the creator reminds us, life is short, and you never know unless you try.

Takeaways

• 😀 If your crush is seeing someone, don't tell them unless you're okay with the potential awkwardness or consequences.
• 😀 If your crush is casually dating someone, it may depend on how 'casual' it actually is. Don't tell them if it's not truly casual.
• 😀 If your crush is in a situationship and they're the one not committing, avoid telling them because it could lead to another situationship with a commitment-averse person.
• 😀 If your crush is in a situationship and being dragged along, you can tell them, but don't expect them to reciprocate your feelings due to emotional baggage.
• 😀 If your crush is in a committed relationship, don't tell them. Respect their relationship and avoid being the 'home wrecker.'
• 😀 If you're unsure whether to tell your crush, ask yourself what you want out of the situation (dating, casual, or something more serious).
• 😀 The second key question is whether your crush has any chance of liking you back, which will help you make your decision.
• 😀 Even if the odds are slim, you should still consider telling your crush because life is short, and you never know what might happen.
• 😀 Telling your crush you like them could lead to great outcomes (even if it’s just a one-night stand), so the risk might be worth it.
• 😀 The video stresses that these are not expert advice but merely entertainment, and it's important to consider your own unique situation when deciding what to do.

Q & A

What is the first step to deciding whether or not to tell your crush you like them?

The first step is determining if your crush is seeing someone. There are three options: you don't know, they are not seeing anyone, or they are already in a relationship.

What should you do if you don't know whether your crush is seeing someone?

You should find out if they are seeing someone before proceeding with telling them your feelings.

If you met your crush through friends, what’s the first thing to consider?

You need to decide whether you and your crush are friends or if you're part of a wider friend group.

What is the recommended course of action if you’re friends with your crush, but not in the same friend group?

It’s recommended to tell them you like them, but be prepared for the potential awkwardness and emotional fallout if they don't feel the same.

What should you do if your crush is dating someone within your friend group?

You need to assess the seriousness of their relationship. If it's not serious (e.g., a short-term fling), you can consider telling your crush, but be aware of the risk to your friendship.

How does the 'Katie’s Law' formula help you decide if you should tell your crush if they dated someone in your friend group?

Katie’s Law uses the formula T_subsafe = (D * F) / G to calculate how long you should wait before telling your crush, factoring in the length of their relationship, the strength of your friendship, and the time since their breakup.

What should you do if your crush is casually dating someone but you want a long-term relationship?

If your crush is casually dating someone, you should avoid telling them if you're seeking a long-term relationship. Their emotional availability may not align with your goals.

What is the suggested action if your crush is in a serious relationship?

If your crush is in a committed relationship, you should not tell them you like them. It's best to avoid causing harm to their relationship or to yourself.

How should you handle the situation if your crush is in a situationship where they are either being dragged along or are unwilling to commit?

If your crush is being dragged along by the other person, you can tell them, but be prepared for the likelihood that they may not reciprocate. If your crush is the one unwilling to commit, it’s best not to tell them unless you're okay with a situationship.

What should you consider if your crush is a celebrity?

If your crush is a celebrity, it’s important to recognize that they will likely never notice your feelings. While you can tell them, don't expect any personal reciprocation.