I don't know how to tell him I don't like him

Philippines
January 2, 2011 11:16pm CST
There is this guy who likes me and he's willing to do anything for me. He's nice but I don't like him and I don't know how to tell him. I'm a nice person, I don't want to hurt his feelings but I don't want to see him anymore. I mean he's really boring. Now, he told me that he's going to pick me up from school bring me home but I don't want him to do this. I don't like to talk to him because he's weird. What should I do? What am I going to tell him?
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14 responses
• Canada
3 Jan 11
Well the fact that you find him boring and weird tells me that you don't have a lot in common. What's boring to one person is fascinating to another, and one person's "weird" is another person's "quirky" or normal. I suggest telling him that you don't feel that you two have anything in common, and you're missing that certain spark of interest. If he doesn't take the hint or keeps insisting, tell him that you do not feel for him what he feels for you and he is better off spending his time finding someone who will appreciate him for who he is. (Obviously it is not your fault that you aren't compatible, but by making it sound like it's your fault you might make it a little easier for him to take.) It's hard to reject people, but sometimes it must be done -- after all, you're not going to date and marry someone just to avoid hurting his feelings, right? You need to tell him this in at least a semi-public place -- don't think it would be a good idea to tell him on the ride home alone in the car, because if he's one of those forceful guys who just don't get it you could end up in trouble.
2 people like this
• Philippines
3 Jan 11
well, you should tell him exactly how you feel about him.
@kingparker (9673)
• United States
3 Jan 11
Tell him straight forward, we only be friend, but not for boyfriend and girlfriend relationship. So, please don't get me wrong, and we can stay friends if you respect that. That is all. How hard could it be? Sooner or later, you have to do that.
• Philippines
3 Jan 11
I remember one time, when a person came to visit me at home, I did not go out from my room, I told my mother that to tell him that I'm not around. And you know what, he stayed for 1 hour in our house, talking to my mom. Well, of course I still did not go out until he was gone. My dad was laughing at me, he said I'm rude, why I did that. I'm not telling you to do the same, though it did worked on me, but at least let him feel you really do not like him. If he visits you, give you gifts, do not embarrassed him by directly turning down the gifts, you can actually tell him straight when the two of you are alone,in that way, he will not feel bad.
• India
4 Jan 11
It is quite a tricky situation, especially if someone is obsessed with an idea that he likes, nay loves you and you in return don't then simply telling him off, in some cases might create a problem. Best thing is to let him know slowly and gradually until he is able to reconcile with it or better still he finds someone else who would like him as much as he does. Try your best to avoid him only to the extent that he gets a hint, and drop a message that you like someone else. Let him know that you are willing to be his friend and you also care for him. Hope the things would work out the way you want.
• Philippines
4 Jan 11
its better to be frank and honest with him rather than giving him false hope.
@SIMPLYD (90721)
• Philippines
4 Jan 11
If the guy has a cell phone, then you could text him about it. Although, say it in a subtle way that will not hurt his feelings. Or if he don't have a cell phone, probably you could tell him in a nice manner that you don't like that he picks you up from school to bring you home. By that way, once and for all he will not assume that you like what he is offering. Most of all, always be with friends so he will not have the chance of talking to you.
@nobbsy123 (851)
• Australia
3 Jan 11
Just tell him how you feel about him it is much better that way. It will hurt both of you more the longer you lead him on.
@carrine (2743)
• Philippines
3 Jan 11
i can relate. and its hard to tell the truth to the person who's being nice to us. but the only thing to stop him bugging you is to tell him honestly. and you're not comfortable anymore is he's with you always. that's the easiest way to stop him.
@Naylani (111)
• United States
3 Jan 11
What's a girl to do, Huh? Well, I hate to say it, but you should just tell him the truth. Be kind. Be honest. You don't have to list his shortcomings, but just tell him that you don't see him in "that way", or that your are not ready for what he wants. I know it's hard, but you don't want to lead him on and waste his time. Think about how you would feel. Wouldn't you want to know the truth? Just some advise from an older perspective.
@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
3 Jan 11
hello Bianca, You can tell him about your feelings without hurting him. Let him know that the feeling is not mutual. Tell him you are not ready yet for a relationship. Tell him that,you like him to be a friend,or a bother. I know it's not easy to let down someone who is expecting more,but better do the right thing as early as possible,not to give him the feeling of assurance. Have a good day
@sender621 (14893)
• United States
3 Jan 11
It can be difficult to end a relationship with someone. Depending on how we feel for this person, we don't want to hurt their feelings. Still, we don't want to continue to live a lie either. Sometimes we just have to bite the bullet and let our feelings be known. It may hurt the other person, but it it will hurt everyone if falae feelings are not stopped.
@knicnax (2233)
• Philippines
3 Jan 11
That's tough! I also find it hard to turn down someone I don't like, but there's nothing to it. You just have to do it. Putting him down gently would just make him feel like you're being modest. Best not to do it in person too. Atleast you don't have to see him while saying it. It might make you feel guilty
• United States
3 Jan 11
You just have to tell him, waiting will only make things worse, and as someone else said I would do it in a public place, its hard to say how he will react, so its best someone else is close by, just as a precaution. Tell him how you feel and also as someone else has already said, lay the blame on yourself. Let him down easy but be firm, make sure your intent is clear so that he doesnt misconstrue what you say. And then try to avoid him, or make it clear you only want to be friends. Dont drag things out it'll just cause you problems in the long run. You may also tell him that this is best for the happiness of both of you. Good luck.
@FaniKaka (44)
• Pakistan
3 Jan 11
well you have to take an initiative in order to get rid of that weird guy, try to use different tactics like ignore him yell at him or insult him about his weirdness, in my opinion by using these tactics you can easily get what you want and he will never try to waste your time again if he have some self respect.