“I’d rather be aware of the ugly truth than have somebody be with me out of pity.”

— Reddit User on r/DatingAdvice

“Every broken heart has screamed at one time or another: Why can’t you see who I truly am?” ― Shannon L. Alder

“Better to put your heart on the line, risk everything, and walk away with nothing than play it safe. Love is a lot of things, but ‘safe’ isn’t one of them.” — Mandy Hale

See also

• How to offer comfort or give sympathy
• How to ask someone out on a date
• How to say no
• How to set boundaries
• How to confess your love

Start Here

• If you’re not interested in pursuing something with someone you’ve met, the kindest thing you can do is tell them you’re not interested and move on. Prolonging the conversation after you’ve already decided it’s not going anywhere only makes things worse.
• Be honest **but not cruel.**
• Be concise and to the point.

Talking Points

First time asking

After a first date

When they can’t take “no” for an answer

Additional Resources

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