Pippa Corbett answered
It sounds to me as if you're in a really difficult position!
If you share your true feelings with your friend, he might react in a negative way - and this could destroy the friendship you already have.
On the other hand, he might be very understanding - and this could strengthen your relationship (and who knows, maybe even lead to something else).
Should I tell my friend that I'm gay and I like him?
To be honest, I have a feeling that the answer might already lie within you! You probably know your friend better than most people, and you should be able to predict how he will react.
I also wonder how necessary it is for you to tell him that you're attracted to him right away. Even if you've made your mind up to tell him that you're gay, surely telling him that you like him will only add to the tension and awkwardness.
I've fallen in love with my straight friend
Although your question sounds rather complicated, I'd recommend you approach it as two separate issues:
I'd recommend tackling this issue before you even start telling your friend how you feel about him specifically.
If you share your true feelings with your friend, he might react in a negative way - and this could destroy the friendship you already have.
On the other hand, he might be very understanding - and this could strengthen your relationship (and who knows, maybe even lead to something else).
Should I tell my friend that I'm gay and I like him?
To be honest, I have a feeling that the answer might already lie within you! You probably know your friend better than most people, and you should be able to predict how he will react.
I also wonder how necessary it is for you to tell him that you're attracted to him right away. Even if you've made your mind up to tell him that you're gay, surely telling him that you like him will only add to the tension and awkwardness.
I've fallen in love with my straight friend
Although your question sounds rather complicated, I'd recommend you approach it as two separate issues:
- Firstly, you need to decide how to come out to your friend.
- Secondly, you need to figure out how to tell your friend that you like him.
I'd recommend tackling this issue before you even start telling your friend how you feel about him specifically.