I (38m) have a friend (39F) that I have known for a long time. She owns a business and so do I and we do a lot of projects together with said businesses. I am going through a divorce which is nearing being finalized and she is single. Recently in the last year or so we have done a lot more hanging out 1on1 going to shows, dinner or just chilling and bullshitting. The vibes are immaculate, hugs are long and very comforting, time spent together is always nice.
Lately in the last 3 months or so I have caught noticeable feelings for her. Where i just can't get them out of my head. If she seems off it affects my whole day and it's driving me crazy. We talk all the time and there is definitely random moments of flirting but nothing over the top to where we have crossed that point. Deep in my heart I can feel the connection but I just can't get a read on how she really feels towards me. Am I just a great friend? Is she attracted? This is a woman who I could spend every minute of the day with and not get tired of her.
For the last month I have been having the internal battle of do I or don't I? Do I talk to her about how I feel? Do I tell her where my head is at with it and finally get some reassurance whether it be positive or negative to how I'm feeling. I'm scared that it could mess up our friendship or working relationship but at the same time i am eating myself alive with the wondering of it all.
Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks everyone.