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Falling in Love with Your Best Friend: A Journey to Happily Ever After

Love with Your Best Friend

By Raja ShanmugaPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
Falling in Love with Your Best Friend: A Journey to Happily Ever After
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Falling in love with your best friend is a journey that can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. You already know this person intimately and have established a deep connection with them, but now you're adding a whole new level of emotions and vulnerability to the mix. The idea of ruining your friendship by confessing your feelings can be scary, but if it works out, the reward of having a best friend as your life partner can be truly priceless.

It all starts with those little butterflies in your stomach, the stolen glances, and the sudden nervousness around them. You start to realize that your feelings for them have grown into something more than just friendship. You’re no longer satisfied with just being friends and long for something deeper and more meaningful. This realization can be both exciting and terrifying, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. You’re worried about how they will react, but at the same time, you can’t ignore the fact that you’re head over heels in love with them.

Making the first move can be the hardest part, but it’s important to be honest and truthful about your feelings. You want to be clear and direct, but also considerate of their feelings. If you’ve been friends for a long time, it’s likely that they have some idea about your feelings, but it’s still important to be explicit. Choose a private and comfortable setting to have the conversation, and take a deep breath before you begin. Remember that the worst thing that can happen is that they don’t feel the same way, but that doesn’t mean your friendship is over.

When you finally confess your feelings, it can be a relief to finally have everything out in the open. You’ll finally know where you stand, and it’s possible that they have feelings for you too. If they do, it’s a wonderful moment and the start of a new and exciting chapter in your relationship. If they don’t, it can be disappointing, but it’s important to remember that your friendship is still valuable, and you can still be there for each other.

When two best friends start dating, it can be a little awkward at first. You’re both adjusting to the new dynamic of your relationship and figuring out how to navigate your feelings. You may find that you need to set some boundaries and redefine the terms of your friendship, but it’s important to be patient and understanding with each other as you transition into a romantic relationship.

One of the best things about dating your best friend is that you already have a strong foundation of trust and communication built into your relationship. You already know each other’s quirks, strengths, and weaknesses, and you can work together to overcome any challenges that come up. You’ll also have the benefit of a shared history, which can bring a unique level of intimacy to your relationship.

As your relationship continues to grow, you may find that there are some things that you need to work on. It’s important to be open and honest about your needs and desires, and to be willing to listen to each other. You’ll also need to be willing to compromise and work together to find a solution that works for both of you.

One of the most important things to remember is to have fun. You’re with your best friend, after all, and you should enjoy each other’s company. Make time for each other and do things that you both enjoy. Whether it’s trying a new restaurant, taking a walk, or watching a movie, make sure to spend quality time together....

To be continue........!

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