How Do You Be Just Friends With A Member Of The Opposite Sex?
• Determine how you feel about the person, and how they feel about you. Be honest with yourself. • Do you find yourself fantasizing about what a relationship would be like with them? • If you weren’t in a relationship, if they were single, or if something else wasn’t in the way, would you probably be romantically interested? • Do they seem to be romantically inclined towards you? Remember that actions speak louder than words. Trust your gut feeling. • Do you really believe that this person is better suited to you as a friend than as a romantic partner? Why? Your answer to this question is what makes all the difference, and what will keep the relationship platonic if and when boundaries ever become blurred. • Define your relationship as a friendship from the start. In any relationship, cross-gender friendships included, communication is key. Presumptions can lead to broken friendships, misunderstandings, and other problems down the line. Egos aside, address why you both want to be just
