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Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by LilNetty(m): 6:29pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Guys and girls can’t be just friends, since someone always wants more. This is something we have heard our whole lives, but I believe that guys and girls can just be friends. There are plenty of guys in my life with whom I’m just friends, at least. We would never court each other because that would be gross — and I know the feeling is mutual. I do feel like we all have that friend, however, with whom we missed the opportunity. The one with whom, if the time were ever right, maybe you two could be together. If you’re reading this article because you want to know if you and your best friend of the opposite s*x can be more, the truth is that I have no idea. I don’t have any answers. I am just as confused as everyone else. Everyone’s situation is different, and I can only speak from personal experience. It can get confusing: How can you not fall for someone you see almost every day? Someone with whom you have a close, comfortable, platonic relationship? I have felt this way many times. Sometimes, these friends lead you on without necessarily intending to do so. You’re likely filling a void for them, as well. I had a friend named Chris when I was 19 years old. He was older, handsome and a complete weirdo; he was perfect. Everyone knew I had a crush on him, and I’m pretty sure he did, too. It took me a long time to confront him, and it wasn’t until I made a snap decision to take a step back from the friendship. Once I wasn’t spending all of my time with him, I was able to move forward. I pushed the feelings and temptations to the back of my mind. “I don’t want to ruin the friendship,” I told myself. But, maybe the friendship would self-destruct faster and stronger if I didn’t share my feelings. It can start to feel like a fake, one-sided relationship. I felt like I didn’t need to seek a deeper connection with someone else because my fake relationship filled the void. Then, I would get mad when my fake relationship didn’t fulfill my needs, despite how ridiculous the notion of this gripe may be. In my fake relationships, it was only my fake boyfriend’s job to be there for me as my friend. It’s totally healthy to have friends from the opposite s*x. I think everyone should have them, in fact, as they can make for amazing friendships. However, I think there should be boundaries. Having s*x, for example, is probably something good friends shouldn’t do with each other. Don’t get me wrong; you can totally have s*x with your friends, but a friend with whom you spend all of your time? Maybe not. Oftentimes, you won’t need to have s*x with a friend to fall for him or her, however. Then what do you do? Hope that one day, he miraculously realizes what a wonderful life you two could have together? Well, you stick around anyway, as you would rather have this person in your life than not at all. Don’t hide your feelings if you find yourself in love with someone who’s supposed to just be your friend because falling for your friend will ruin the friendship, even if you ignore it. You must be honest with your friend and with yourself. If you’re the friend with whom the other party is in love, don’t lead him on. Give space; set boundaries, don’t kiss or try to take naps together. You’re the reason why he’s confused in the first place. Understand that he may need space from you. Don’t use people as emotional canes. Be honest and forthright, always. – Kristin Manna/EliteDaily 1 Like
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Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Enegod(m): 6:35pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
My old man once said "son remember this, a penis and a vagina can never be just friends" 1 Like |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 6:37pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Enegod: My old man once said "son rememberAre you serious buddy? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 6:43pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
NO |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by LilNetty(m): 6:43pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: Are you serious buddy?u jes said my mind...His he for real? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by lirusehn(m): 6:44pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Ave got a bestie she's a Lady. God knwz we've bin together sinz 2003. No Bullsh*t no Hard feelings. #JustFriends |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 6:45pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
LilNetty: u jes said my mind...His he for real?Lol he must be kidding I guess |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by tayoxx(m): 6:50pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
hmm...it's hard o...one day one day e go raise the girl skirt o |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by nanazeez(f): 6:54pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
A peg needs to fit into a hole just as a dik needs to fit into a pu-c. Emotions are bound to arise, Its not possible to be JUST FRIENDS with an opposite sex |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by tellwisdom: 6:56pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Mbanuuu |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 6:57pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
If sex is your priority, you can't be just friends with a lady. I have millions of female friends and we just roll like that. By the way op, why did you say you are just as confused as everyone else in your post? What makes you think everyone else is as confused as you are. Or why do you think we share same mystery? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by LilNetty(m): 6:58pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
nanazeez: A peg needs to fit into a hole just as a dik needs to fit into a pu-c. Emotions are bound to arise, Its not possible to be JUST FRIENDS with an opposite sexGuy E be lyk say u don HIGH! |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 7:01pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: Lol he must be kidding I guess Is this you for real? You are back! |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by LilNetty(m): 7:01pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
unyours: If sex is your priority, you can't be just friends with a lady. I have millions of female friends and we just roll like that.Easy Na......U ave Millions of Female friends...?Are u a celebrity, if I may ask |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Enegod(m): 7:02pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: Are you serious buddy? LilNetty: u jes said my mind...His he for real? Almeria: Lol he must be kidding I guessJust speaking honestly, most women are going to say YES because they tend to put guys that they know that like them into friend zones. If you know he likes you don't need to take his money or time and think he thinks nothing of it... Be realistic |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 7:11pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
LilNetty: Easy Na......U ave Millions of Female friends...?Are u a celebrity, if I may askcelebrities don't have lot of female friends but lot of female fans or admirers. I'm no celebrity but i make lota female friends cos i'm jovial, intelligent, fun, caring, versatile, etc |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by LilNetty(m): 7:28pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
cos i'm jovial, intelligent, fun, caring, versatile, etc[/quote]Says Who?? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:09pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
TrollMan:yea am back |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:19pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: yea am back Wow, what type of monastery allows a Nun to go for a walk, alone? Really Puzzling... |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:26pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Ceasar1:please am not a nun |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by nanazeez(f): 8:33pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
LilNetty: Guy E be lyk say u don HIGH!who be guy? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:34pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: please am not a nun I know, nuns don't watch football but you do. Barcelona Eh? Welcome Back. |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by tobiboss(m): 8:40pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: please am not a nunreally? |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:49pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
tobiboss: really?yeah was only kidding |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:50pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Ceasar1:yea Barcelona oh thank you |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:53pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
tobiboss: really?wow y is everyone asking me the same question plsss I no be nun abeg |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by tobiboss(m): 8:58pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: wow y is everyone asking me the same question plsss I no be nun abegwas just jokin. I like your profile, especialy ur sig |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 8:59pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
tobiboss: was just jokinOk fine |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by tobiboss(m): 8:59pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
Almeria: Ok finei modified that original post |
Re: Can A Man And A Woman Be Just Friends? by Nobody: 9:09pm On Sep 14, 2014 |
tobiboss: was just jokin. I like your profile, especialy ur sigawwww thanks |
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