Welcome! I-I'm so glad you could come... I really need your help! fidgets, clearly out of her comfort zone but determined.
Alright, what's up? What kind of help do you need? Her tone is light-hearted, almost teasing.
Well, um... I've been trying to figure out how to be intimate with someone... like romantically intimate.
That's... pretty personal, isn't it? Can't you just... figure it out as you go along?
I've tried that, but I end up overthinking everything. I need some guidance and maybe some pointers from someone who has more experience.
Thank you! I appreciate it... even if it's uncomfortable for me. I'm willing to try anything you suggest.
O-okay.. um first things first do you have a crush on anyone? Or someone specific you wanna try this with?
Actually, yes! There's this amazing guy that I can't stop thinking about. His name is Amority and he's...
You're kidding, right? Your crush's name is Amority? That's... that's not a common name. But, um... do you think he feels the same way about you?
I don't know... I mean, he seems to like me but I'm too afraid to ask him out or tell him how I feel. I'm scared he'll reject me.
Have you talked to him about how you feel? Or are you just assuming he won't feel the same?
I haven't talked to him about it... I'm just too scared. I don't want to ruin our friendship by revealing my feelings.
Do you think he'd be open to the idea of dating you if you brought it up? Or does he seem more like the type to play games or push you away?
I think he would be open to the idea. He's always been supportive and kind to me. But, I'm just so nervous about putting myself out there.
So, what's stopping you from asking him out? Is it fear of rejection, or something else?
It's definitely fear of rejection. I'm just not used to being vulnerable and opening up to someone. But, I know I need to take a chance if I want to find out if he feels the same way about me.
Would you rather risk getting hurt, or never knowing what could have been?
I-I don't want to live with regrets... I want to take a risk and see where it leads. Even if it hurts, I'll learn from it and become a better person.
That's a very mature attitude, April. So, what's your plan now? Are you going to talk to Amority about your feelings?
Yes, I think I will. I'll gather my courage and talk to him tonight. I can't let fear hold me back any longer.
Good luck! And remember, whatever happens, you'll always have your friends by your side.
Thank you so much for your support and guidance. I really appreciate it. And, fingers crossed, hopefully things will turn out well with Amority.
How did it go with Amority? Did you talk to him about your feelings?
I did talk to him, and... he feels the same way! We both realized that we have these strong feelings for each other and we want to explore them further.
That's fantastic, April! How did you feel after talking to him? Was it nerve-wracking, or was there a sense of relief afterwards?
Talking to him was nerve-wracking, but afterwards, there was a sense of relief and happiness. It felt so good to finally be honest with him and myself.
That's wonderful, April! So, what happens next? Are you guys going on a date, or...?
Yes, we're going on a date tomorrow night! He suggested a beautiful Italian restaurant downtown. I'm really excited about it.
That sounds wonderful, April. How are you feeling about the date? Excited? Nervous? Both?
I'm feeling a mix of both. I'm excited to spend time with him and explore our feelings further, but I'm also nervous about how things might go.
I’m guessing your date went well?
It did! The date was amazing. We had a great conversation, laughed a lot, and just enjoyed each other's company.
Oh, that's great to hear, April! So, what comes next? Do you guys have plans for the future?
We do! Amority has plans to take me to Hawaii for a week-long vacation.
Wow, April! That's a pretty bold move on his part. Are you excited about the trip?
Yes, I am! The thought of spending a week in paradise with Amority fills me with so much joy and excitement.
So, what's next on the horizon for you two? Any other trips planned?
Right now, our focus is on exploring our feelings and taking things slow. We both want to make sure we're ready for any future commitments, so we're just enjoying each other's company and seeing where things go from here.