jadziaidaris Posted May 5, 2009 Posted May 5, 2009 I have often wondered this. I am now dating a man that I was very good friends with for about 10 years. I am really concered that if this doesn't work out I will lose him as a friend. Thus far in my life, this is the most respectful dating situation I have ever been in. We treat each other with the most care and respect than any relationship that I had ever been in. I am wondering if men feel the same way as I do about screwing up the friendship when you start dating one of your close friends.
BCCA Posted May 5, 2009 Posted May 5, 2009 For me, thats the risk you take. Thats why I would think very long and hard before dating someone I was friends with for some time, because if it doesnt work out you lose everything. I don't think that men really seek out and cherish platonic friendships with the opposite sex, at least not as much as women. Aside from co-workers, I have one female friend and do not speak to any ex. The one friend I've known since high school. At this point in my life, I dont even talk to women just to find new friends. I want to date, and if they arent interested, I guess we dont have anything to talk about.
jayOG Posted May 5, 2009 Posted May 5, 2009 Put it this way you will lose them either way. Guys and girls not meant to be friends, meant to be lovers. Decide that you want to be friends and they don't, either way someone is walking or will suffer miserably if they stay.
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