Escape the friend zone

Developing romantic feelings for someone who only sees the relationship as just being friends can be frustrating. These tips will help you escape the friend zone

Ask for a date

Asking to go out on a date will suggest you do not just want to remain in the friend zone. This could take a lot of convincing as the person may not be used to going on a romantic date with you.   Be patient and look for ways to convince the person. Also, do not expect things to drastically turn out the way you want after the first date. Be consistent and keep at it. Also, keep an open mind and do not feel bad if things do not work out.

Improve yourself

Increase your chances of leaving the friend zone by improving yourself or looking attractive. For a lady, it might be losing some weight or wearing slight or more make-up. Guys could consider toning and firming up their muscles. Attraction plays a huge role and one way to get what you want is to look attractive for that potential partner.

Make a move

Action they say, speaks louder than words. Except one practices what is being said, one will still remain in the friend zone. Make a move to get out of the friend zone if you want to enjoy a romantic relationship. Make plans and put things into action and proper perspective. Also bear in mind that not all friendships will lead to a romantic relationship, so do not be disappointed when things do not work out to your taste.

Value the person

Some people get stuck in the friend zone because they value the relationship more than the other person. Valuing the other person gives you a guide to the relationship and lets you appreciate the strengths of your potential partner. The individual has to come before the relationship. If there is no person to crush on, there will be no relationship to build.

Start early enough

The best way to avoid being in the friend zone is to make your intentions known from the outset. Make it known to your friend that you are interested in him/her. This may be difficult especially for a lady because of societal values. Pay attention to things around them and compliment them when necessary. They will get that clue of interest and follow suit.

Take some time off

People may prefer to keep others in the friend zone because they are used to having them around or tending to their needs. There is a popular saying that absence makes the heart grow fonder. Take some time off, but engage in meaningful activities. Chances are that a friend who keeps you in the friend zone may want to step things up when they start having you around again because they miss you.

Create competition

Your friend may value you more if he or she thinks he/she could lose you to someone else. Go out, make other friends and do not restrict yourself to the person. People usually sit up when they know they have competition. But be careful with this as competition could spark up some jealousy. It is natural for partners to get jealous of someone they love and too much of it is not healthy.

Reciprocate gestures

You may not be the right choice for someone who wants to take a friendship to the next level if you always take and never give back. Be grateful for gifts you receive, and when you have the opportunity, give back. Don’t stop at that; be attentive and affectionate. This encourages them to spot the qualities they would want in a potential partner.