Why Is Distraction So Important for INFJs Moving On from a Crush?

Sometimes I think it would be nice to be able to have a crush and then move on as if I never had any feelings for that person.

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Should You Hold Onto Your Crush or Try Moving On?

Sometimes you have to move on or at least begin the healing process because you realize that you want more from your crush than they’re willing or able to give.

Why Should INFJs Use Logic When Trying to Move On from Unrequited Love?

Until an INFJ applies logic to the situation, they still won’t see these things as enough reason to move on.

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17 Journal Prompts for INFJ Unrequited Love

If you’re an INFJ or someone who loves deeply, these prompts will encourage you to ask yourself what this crush means to you and what your feelings for them say about how you feel about yourself.

How to Get Over an Unrequited Crush That Has Lasted for Years

If this person has had any sort of presence in your life, even if only in your mind, they’ve been serving you in some way.

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5 Tips for Getting Over Unrequited Love at Work

If you find yourself having to get over a crush at work, I hope these five tips help.

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How Should an INFP Respond to a Love Confession?

When someone tells an INFP that they like them, the INFP may have trouble responding honestly because they’re so excited at the prospect of experiencing a real relationship.

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What Should You Do When You Miss the Person Who Ghosted You?

This may be considered “ghosting” by some definitions, but it could just be that they’re dealing with something and aren’t in a position to respond.

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5 Things INFJs and INFPs Should Keep in Mind Before Making a Love Confession

If you pay too much attention to these racing thoughts, they might convince you not to confess to someone who is actually worthy of your love and affection.

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How to Stop a Crush from Being Your Only Source of Happiness

You probably don’t need to remind yourself of what you love about your crush. But you might find it helpful to remind yourself what you love about you.

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How Can an INTP Confess Their Love to Someone?

The thing about love is, even though it’s best expressed in actions, words are helpful to avoid vagueness.

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Does Confessing Help You Move On from a Crush?

Though it may seem terrifying to put your heart out there and tell your crush you like them, that’s one of the best ways to encourage them to share their own feelings.

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Why Would Someone Fail to Respond to a Love Confession?

It’s impossible for someone to truthfully respond to a love confession if they don’t know how they feel.

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How Can Unrequited Love Help People Find Their Dream Partner?

In this post, we’re going to go deeper into how all your unrequited crushes can help lead you to the one meant for you.

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Why Confessing Feelings Hypothetically Is One of the Best Ways to Confess

This type of confession is best suited for when you either aren’t sure how strongly you feel for the person you like or you’re very unsure how they feel.

Why Is It More Painful When Your Crush Leaves Things Open?

If someone doesn’t give you a clear response, you’re in a state of limbo. You may find yourself wondering, “How exactly do they feel about me?”

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What Do You Do When You Regret Confessing Your Love for Someone?

One thing you can ask yourself at a time like this is, what would have happened if you hadn’t confessed?

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How Can INFJs Move On from an Unrequited Crush Without Closure?

Sometimes we have to let go because the other person has clearly moved on and all we’re doing is holding onto a beautiful dream—a dream of what might have been.

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Why Do INFJs and Other Deep Lovers Hold Onto Love for So Long?

When you love so deeply, things like facts, reality, and logic tend to take a backseat.

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Lessons I Learned from Unrequited Love

After many years of experience with unrequited love, I’ve learned lessons that have taught me how to be more cautious with my feelings. Here are seven of them.

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