So, I’m 24M and lately I’ve been stuck in a situation I can’t fully wrap my head around. I started talking to this amazing woman, let’s call her Anneth (25F). She’s caring, consistent and honestly gives me the kind of attention and love I’ve always wanted without me even asking for it. We’re still in the talking stage but she’s clearly into me and things are moving in a really good direction.
Here’s the twist. Before Anneth, there was Vie (19F). I confessed my feelings for her, but she told me she wasn’t ready for a relationship. We agreed to stay friends, and we still keep in touch. Even though I told myself it’s just friendship, sometimes I feel like there are still lingering feelings I can’t fully shake off.
Now I feel like I’m in this weird space where I’m growing close with Anneth but at the same time, I’m emotionally tied to Vie in a way I can’t explain. I don’t want to mess up something promising with Anneth by being half-invested, but I also can’t deny the connection I have with Vie.
Has anyone else ever felt caught between two people at once? How did you handle it without ruining both relationships?
TL; DR: I’m 24M. Close with Vie (19F) who I once loved but we’re now “just friends.” Getting close with Anneth (25F) who really likes me. Feeling torn between them and not sure how to move forward.