I asked a girl out today

I've long been really insecure and lonely. I met my first few friends in years via university and i've had a crush on one girl in our little group for a while now. I mustered up all the courage i have to tell her. I've been shaking out of nervousness all day. She didn't feel the same way but we're still good friends. I won't lie and say it didn't break my heart a bit and that it dosen't hurt but it hurts in a good way. I feel proud that i managed to put myself out there and do something i've regretted not doing with other people ive had a crush on in the past.

She is a lovely person and i wish her all the best and we still are friends. It's almost as good an outcome as possible, although i will probably cry a bit tonight.