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How do you deal with someone you dislike who likes you?

Notice that this is posted under the 'friends and acquaintances' category.

Some people you just aren't comfortable with. Some people can be too much for you and some people you just dislike. Plain and simple. But sometimes there are cases when they can't take the hint.

I didn't want to hurt their feelings if I can help it so I avoided blocking them and settled on ignoring their messages. But some are really persistent and keep messaging me in other social media platforms. They just don't seem to get that I don't want them in my life. I can't talk to them and tell it straight to their faces because I don't think that's appropriate and I try to avoid drama given we have a common circle of peers. But just because we do, does not mean I have to like talking to them.

How do you deal with this type of people? Advice? I'm at the point where dislike is turning to loathe simply because I can't stand them and their disregard for personal space.
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SwampFlower · 31-35, F
I think I am usually this person so I've stopped really talking to people unless they talk to me first.

Just tell them. I wish people would just tell me. Would make it so much less confusing.
Casheyane · F
@SwampFlower Subtle hints usually work. Just that, it doesn't in some cases.
SwampFlower · 31-35, F
@Casheyane Yes I am learning to give space even if a tone changes. some of us aren't as equally equipped in these areas. 😂
Casheyane · F
@SwampFlower To be honest, I can't imagine yet why people would avoid you. As for those people I avoid, let's just say they give me the creeps.
SwampFlower · 31-35, F
@Casheyane Some people either just tolerate out of pity or fear of looking like an exclusionary jerk.

The social rules change so much when you become different. I definitely bother people more than I don't so it's the hermit life for me. 😁
SwampFlower · 31-35, F
Oh! But my point was that not everyone can take the hint so it's just best to be honest. If they are like me, they might even appreciate it.
Casheyane · F
@SwampFlower Can we chat? :)
SwampFlower · 31-35, F
@Casheyane Sure ☺️