I’ve just got to the conclusion that I should just avoid them even if I like them because they always create an unreal image of you that they would like you to be and at that point no matter who you are you will not live up to their version of you which leads to loss of interest and disappointment for both sides. Getting rejected by someone that showed interest just hurts a lot more than someone that was neutral towards you.
I think I gotta get out of my comfort zone and interact with neutral ones where the interest level is at an even playing field so there is no unfair expectations.