@CharCharChar thank you. So I tend to trick my brain into thinking I like someone but it’s usually just me liking their vibe. This most recently happened with a close friend of mine who is like family and I understand that now what happened was I thought I liked them romantically but then I took some time for myself and realized that’s not at all how I feel. I’ve never felt romantically attracted to anyone before and I also genuinely feel safer when I’m with myself! Thank you this really helps and I think ace and aro fit me like a cheap friendship necklace from Claire’s!??