How To Get Out of The Friend Zone Into A Relationship

It can be a frustrating place to be for most people but the truth of the matter is that such a situation is not a dead end. With the correct approach navigation one can turn a friend zone into a fulfilling and desirable relationship.

Signs that a friendship may turn into a romantic relationship manifest through meaningful dynamics between two people. One subtle sign is an increased level of vulnerability and emotional intimacy. In such a case you become confidants in personal matters. Discussing deep and heartfelt topics is a sign that you’ll connect on a deeper level.

Mutual care and deep affection that is shared through small gestures like extra attention or thoughtful gifts are also key indicators. Increased physical touch, lingering eye contact or flirtiness are signs that indicate a shift of friendship to a romantic potential. The following steps will help you move out of the friend zone into a romantic relationship:

Any successful relationship is built on a foundation of open and honest communication. If you feel stuck in the friend zone and you desire to change that, you should communicate your feelings with honesty to your friend.

This doesn’t mean that you should make a declaration of your love to them immediately. This may put unnecessary pressure on your friend and ruin your friendship. What you should do instead is find a casual moment to express your feelings for them.

After communicating your feelings to them, you may need to give them more time to think through what you told them. You might have shocked them with your words that they may need a bit more time to process their feelings. You can let them know that you don’t need an answer right away and that you are willing to give them more time to think about your request. If they have a ready answer, well and good. If they feel the same way as you, that’s a great thing, if not, that will be okay too.

Perfectly placed compliments go a long way to getting you out of the friend zone. Telling them something like “you look fabulous,” even when they are just wearing simple clothes shows that you find them attractive when they are not all done. They will appreciate you for this.

Compliments also help because your friend may feel the need to compliment back which means that they’ll look for something to compliment you about. It will definitely give them a reason to look at your good attributes.

If you have shown them the more intimate side of yourself, it’s time to make them see you in a romantic way by letting them picture you being someone’s partner.

For instance, if they start telling you about a friend’s partner or what their friends did to their partners, you can respond in a way that gets their mind thinking about how you would treat your significant other. You could also be direct and let them know how you would treat them if they were your significant other.

As things progress in your close association, the time will come when both of you will need to go on a proper date. Set some time aside to go out to dinner with one another or you can opt to go out to the movies. Going out on dates will set a tone of romance and will move you and your friend to another level from friendship into love. You also have options for dates like going on a picnic in the park or going horseback riding.

Remember that in the same way you have your feelings your friend also has theirs. If they don’t share your romantic interest, it’s important to respect their decision and not pressure them into a relationship.

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