It’s been said many times, but it’s worth repeating. The best way to get over someone is to get under someone else. And while that’s not always the case, it can certainly work out if you can find yourself with the right person at the right time and just need some help moving on from an old flame who won’t seem to leave your heart alone. But should you date your best friend?
[1] The Pros
Having a great friend as your partner can feel like having a built-in best friend. Not only does he understand what you’re going through and support you unconditionally, but he’s also always there for you when you need him. You know his quirks and foibles (and everything else about him) so well that surprises are few and far between, which means you spend less time figuring out how to communicate with each other and more time having fun.
[2] The Cons
There are a few downsides to dating your best friend, and it’s really worth thinking about them before you make any decisions. First of all, relationships have ups and downs. In a romantic relationship with your best friend, you won’t have very much time on your own to process these emotional ups and downs—and they can often feel like an intrusion into your friendship.
[3] To Date or Not to Date
When it comes to dating your best friend, there’s no easy answer. While you might think that there’s a large upside to dating your BFF, like being around someone who knows you really well and also shares some of your interests, experts say there are potential downsides as well—like causing an awkward situation if things don’t work out or wrecking a great friendship. But ultimately, you need to decide what’s right for you.
[4] Finding Love Isn’t Easy...
Finding love isn’t easy... but it shouldn’t be hard, either. How often do you hear stories of people who have been together for years and then, out of nowhere, they break up because it just wasn’t working anymore? That shouldn’t happen—especially not if both parties are committed to making their relationship work.
[5] What are you waiting for?
The best relationships are built on mutual trust and the ability to communicate effectively. If you aren’t comfortable expressing your feelings to a friend, you’re likely to be stifled in a romantic relationship as well.
[6] Keep an Open Mind
If you’re serious about dating your best friend, then he or she is going to be different from anyone else you’ve ever dated. Don’t expect them to act like anyone else. For example, a boyfriend shouldn’t expect his girlfriend to constantly flirt with him or her—as much as he or she may want that attention.
[7] Don’t Let Fear Overcome You
Dating your best friend can be a frightening thing—it’s so easy to misinterpret signals, and it’s hard to tell if you’re flirting or just being friendly. However, as long as you don’t let fear take over, you might find love in an unexpected place!
[8] Give it Time
If your good friends with your ex and things are still heating up romantically, it’s a good idea to give it some time before taking that next step. If there’s no spark right now, don’t force it—things may change down the road.
[9] Change is Coming
Prepare Yourself Emotionally. Just because you may have no previous experience with online dating, don’t think that it can’t help you find love. In fact, many older adults find that internet dating is an ideal solution to age-related romantic isolation. AARP conducted a survey of older adults who had used online dating and found that one in five respondents reported marrying or entering a long-term relationship with someone they met through an online dating site or app.
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