Things to know if an admirer you do not like back is beginning to become a problem.

10. Ask them about someone else
Pose a query to the crusher that you are expressing interest in another. Hopefully they will get tired of hearing you drone on about your dream lover.

9. Make them think you’re crazy
Do something spontaneous or insane that will likely repulse them. For example, laugh maliciously during a serious moment, or maybe remark snidely when they compliment you. Be wary though because a select few individuals may just grow more attracted to this type of behavior.

8. Tell them “You’re not my type”
Perhaps try explaining to them that your personalities are just not compatible. Even if your types are similar, point out a minor detail that separates you two, and would thus make you incompatible with each other.

7. Inform them that “I have plans”
When they may ask you out, tell them that you have plans, indefinitely, if necessary. If they respond non-aggressively, they make thank you for your time and just move on. However, in opposite cases, you may have to make up some situation or event that you are planning to attend, then not go, so they don’t stalk you.

6. Introduce them to a friend
Mention to them that you have a friend that they may be interested in a date. Although it would not be good to cast your friend in a negative light (ie. desperate).

5. Compare them to a sibling
When you say “You’re like a brother / sister to me”, you give out the signal that you only see them in a friendly sense or as in a leadership role.

4. Tell them “I’m Gay”
This method, although it may not be true, can still be used effectively, towards Girls. However, some guys might like the idea of lesbianism, so approach this point with caution, but most should be able to take the allusion.

3. Tell them “I already have a girlfriend / boyfriend”
Like saying your gay, this one does not have to be true either, but the crusher may not care. If this happens and you already are in a relationship, prove to the crusher that is the case by kissing them in front of him / her, or showing a picture to them, etc. If you are single, but don’t want anything to do with them, then something you could do is hire another friend to pose as your partner.

2. Tell them “Let’s just be friends”
The dreaded line everyone fears to hear. When you make it clear that this is all you would ever want to be with someone, the “friend zone” is like an indefinite hell hole to them, and they will probably leave you alone for good if they don’t take it very well.

1. Don’t mislead them
If the affected thought you may have liked them to begin with, and that was a reason they liked you, be direct with them. Make sure you say “I never liked you in that sense” or “I’m sorry if I gave you that impression”.