Your first order of business?
Figuring out why you and this potential partner arent progressing in the romance department.
For the person with feelings, it can feel like being stuck in limbo.
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She says that people end up in the friend zone for all sorts of reasons.
Maybe its a case ofmismatched chemistryor the issue could simply be bad timing.
Totally normal, but also a recipe for ruts.
They might avoidflirtingor expressing attraction to seem safe or easygoing.
Are You Friend-Zoning Them?
But how do you do that without compromising your friendship or getting hurt?
This is true in dating, but also in every life utility.
And you know what?
Having self-confidence means you alsorecognize your autonomyin this friend zone sitch.
Your mental health and self-esteem are equally important.
This vulnerability can be powerful.
Navigating this limbo might just be one of the best life lessons yet.
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