So a while ago I have started having feelings about a girl. The thing is it isn't some random girl. It is my best friend that I have known since kindergarten. I want to ask her out but I'm afraid because if she declines it will just be incredibly awkward. I don't want to lose our friendship but I want to be with her. What do I do?
Ask her out. When she says no just say "I hope this doesn't make things weird between us. I still really enjoy you as a friend and I wouldn't want to lose you"
don't overthink it. it works.