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Gabby
Can men just be friends? In another post I asked a more lengthy question but im curious in general how most of ya’ll feel about men that like insist on staying friends after a romantic relationship didnt work out. Just for thought, this relationship only didnt work out mutually and frienship is a better option. Will men ever lose “feelings” for a woman they had feelings for before if they want to keep them in their lives? Is it safe to say they have some sort of love (friendly or romantoc) for a woman to continue a close relationship?
Zoe
Men stay friends with a woman only if they like her and hoping for more or she provides some kind of other benefit, like financial, moral support etc. Same with women
Rox
Hi Gabby,
Yes, I believe ‘some’ men can be friends. Especially, if you grew up together – your families know each other, this type ends up being like that ‘brother’ or I knew him forever, therefore is no ‘mystery’ or ‘special attraction’. Same with, you used to go to school together, as you just spent years in the same environment.I think coworkers can be friends, because you have the same goal to succeed career wise.
I think when there is a big age gap, that also helps being friends, because socially it just wouldn’t work out and you still enjoy each other’s company as friends. It’s easy to be friends in a social circle, where you become friends with your girlfriend’s partners; and everyone enjoys being part of the group dynamic. I think it’s easy to have male friends, when you are already in a serious relationship, as you don’t think of them that way and they know you are committed to your partner. It’s all about respect.
Claws
He will obviously want to sleep with you. Being friends won’t prevent that from happening. I would suggest that you let go of this situation since it’s rocking your head even before the close friendship begins.
But if you won’t let go, I suggest that you stop thinking about what the man might feel or do and think about what you want, what’s best for you. This time, use your head and put your emotions aside, it will help you make a good decision. Best of luckRaven
Men & women can for sure be platonic friends.
However, you can not be ‘friends’ with someone/anyone you have feelings for.
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