Hi Julie

Yes unfortunately letting go is the only way to know what he feels. I can understand how you feel that this is different and special and you feel that there is so much connection. But something this strong from your end has to be reciprocated equally strong or else you will lose a friend and a lover. May be he needs space to realize what you mean to him. In the mean time focus on your life and your happiness outside of him.

Good luck and keep posting

Gigi