I am afraid that I might get hurt if I go out with someone what should I do?
446450
If you're interested...you should do it.  Keep in mind, that all of your experiences shape you into the person you will become one day.  \n\nIf things work out, great...if they don't, the experience will help you get out of your comfort zone...this makes you a better person - with more capabilities, wisdom and the life experience to help you make better choices/decisions in the future.  Just be yourself.\n\nAlso, your question sounds like it might be coming from a young person - if that's the case, don't rush things - all things in due time.
983618
Take it one day at a time. You are not going to get over this overnight. If you worry all the time about being able to trust this guy that you just met for the first time, you might just miss out on the best thing that ever happened to you. You shouldn`t go through life afraid of what "might" happen.
45698
Somewhere in our lives something happened that we never really were able to get over. It takes going back and seriously understanding the reasons why it happened. If someone hurt you, you need to finally figure out what it was that brought it on. If it is something you can control about yourself, you are half way there by realizing it! If it was something that another did because of a flaw in their personality, you have to come to terms with the fact that you were not responsible for their decisions and those are things are are not in control of. But the main thing is to trust in who you are. Believe the good is there and obvious to the right person. Know what you are attractd to and what makes you happy. Be proud of your attributes and those around you will sense your confidence. But your doubts may be deep seeded..........find someone to talk to about them......and discover what placed them in your head to begin with. Good luck!!
52826
There is no way you can get around not hurting him.  It is going to happen.  Sorry!  Just be honest and talk with eachother.  I'm sure you are grown and can handle the situation.  Best of Luck to you!
1023868
Your gonna have to talk to your best friend. He's going to have to convince her that your ok, I mean if he likes you and they're in a relationship then she shouldnt have a problem either. She's Probably just a BIATCH.\nI had that problem too. Except My friends girlfriend tried to kick my ass later. ShE had a TaZeR (ouch) =( But eventually she got over it and I got wit her friend We still going out right now.\n\nBut gewd luck wit dat anyway yo
41646
face your fear.  First mentally.  Overcome the idea, then go somewhere high but safe with someone you trust.
778436
let them think what they want - and you should do the same - be your own person and do what ever the hell you want to do. if the guy you do end up going out with is a good-guy he should stick up for you and defend your honour (excuse the clich'es). basicly you need to not care what others think, feel, or do. you are in it for yourself so you are the only person you should be worrying about.
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I, like you, was hurt by rejection or having to go separate ways from a relationship that would have been more taxing for myself and the girl to keep going with.  This caused me to be reclusive and not wanting to meet new girls.  I had a wall of sorts up for quite some time that kept me secretive and guarded -- with no entertainment at all of the notion of sharing myself with another.  In time, somehow, you will have the confidence to take the chance and try again with someone that encourages you to let out all your good qualities to show what a good person you can be.  Somehow, you will know when you meet that person.  I can't tell you how you will know when that happens -- that's the stuff no one can easily explain, I'm afraid.
989014
Say yes but make sure he knows its just as friends because you dont want him to think you are gonna go out with him.. wat could it hurt... right!!!
948710
I dont think there s anything wrong with that. you maybe feel from now and then that u need someone with u but what ur doin is good in a way for you so that u dont get hurt again.. Just wait for that perfect guy, dunno maybe the guy ull settle down with. Just think in a way that u wont get hurt. dont care abt wut ppl say, the important thing is that u know that u dont mean anythin bad by doin this to guys. Just take it easy.
153203
Think about how you would feel if the shoe was on the other foot!!  Definately DO NOT repeat what was told to you in confidence UNLESS it means danger to someone.  Be a good friend...Go with your gut!!
1041190
Make a move! Life is about taking risks!\nJust ask your self, whats the worst that could happen?\nWould you be able to get over it?\nWhats the best that can happen?\nWould that make you happy?\n\nGo for it!
334692
girl, as long as you allow your self to be hurt, it will hurt. Just tell yourself, this is just one of life's many experiences and you are a wiser person with every experience.  Cheer up.
1121451
plan a group outing. stay safe and dont do it alone. for all you know he could be a creep, and hurt you.
905400
If he's a nice guy, just not your cup of tea, and you accepted his offer to avoid hurting his feelings, one possibility is to go out with him one time.  If he asks you out again, you can explain to him that you have other plans, or that you really don't feel like tying yourself down to one person.\n\nOn the other hand, if he pressured you into agreeing to go out with him, or if for any reason, you do not feel perfectly safe with him, I think you should tell him, "I've thought it over, and I really don't feel right about this."  If you don't want to go out with a guy, you do not owe him an explanation.  If he gives you a hard time about it, that only confirms that your decision was the right one.\n\nIt might be tempting to tell him you can't go out with him, because something's come up.  Personally, I think that's kind of lame.  If he takes that at face value, he will likely ask again.  When he finally realizes you just aren't interested in going out with him, that does make you look kind of cowardly.
542384
Love is worth the risk of possibly getting hurt.\n\nAs for sex, bring it casually into the conversation, like: "Oh, did you hear about (person)?" and ask their opinion about something.
530465
GOOD for YOU!! I'm proud of you girlfriend! If he doesn't have evident injuries, you should be fine, nevertheless, you can say you were defending yourself.  \n\nGod will give you strength right now, don't forget to pray; everything will be much better once he is out of your life, don't look back.