#redditstories #askreddit #aita #unrequitedlove #teenagecrush #emotionalgrowth #lostfeelings #whatcouldhavebeen  A Redditor reflects on a deep teenage crush that never turned into anything more. Years later, the lingering feelings and unanswered questions resurface, leading to introspection about love, timing, and how certain emotions shape who we become—even when nothing ever came of them.  redditstories,askreddit,reddit,aita,tifu,teenagefeelings,unrequitedlove,crushstory,nostalgiclove,emotionalreflection,firstlove,missedconnections,pastemotions,highschoolmemories,quietheartache,personalgrowth,lovethatneverwas,emotionaljourney,youthfulromance,lostopportunity,romanticregret