You fear committing to someone you care about this deeply. You worry that your heart will be shattered.
You don't want to do anything that might potentially strain the bond. You're worried that the relationship will end and that you'll be left with painful memories instead of happy ones.
You worry they don't share your feelings. You worry that you've misinterpreted their signals.
You're worried that becoming pals will make you more productive. You worry that it wouldn't seem proper to kiss them.
In your mind, your emotions may be too great for them to handle. You worry that they will agree to a date with you only to avoid upsetting you.
You're too nervous to take a chance and ask them out on a date. Your imagination of how well the date would go has you worried.
You worry that they will treat you like a sibling. You worry that they don't see a future with you.
You worry that you're developing unhealthy feelings for them. You worry that if you lost them, you wouldn't be able to cope.
The worry is that they haven't moved on from their previous relationship. It's a worry that you won't measure up.
You worry that you may accidentally damage them. You're worried that by telling them the truth, you'll hurt them.
You're worried that you're equating platonic companionship with sexual desire. You're worried that hanging out with them is a poor plan.
You're worried they already know too much about you to accept you. They're well aware of your many shortcomings and poor habits.