| It can be hard when you learn how to date a friend. | | | | uncomfortable when dating a friend, because they do |
| When you already have a close connection with a | | | | not want to do something which will spoil the |
| person who you are friends with, making the transition | | | | relationship. Make sure that you keep lines and |
| from that relationship to dating can usually be quite | | | | boundaries clear, and even make a promise that |
| awkward and sometimes scary. Remember the | | | | you’ll still be friends if it doesn’t work out. |
| following points if you want to learn how to date a | | | | Why do you want to date this person? Why do they |
| friend. | | | | want to date you? These are important questions that |
| This person already knows a lot about you because | | | | you will need to ask yourself and your friend before |
| they are your friend. This can actually be a great | | | | you start dating. Make sure that both of you are totally |
| advantage to a relationship. Some of the most | | | | on board before going any further. Remember that it is |
| successful relationships come from friendships that | | | | normal for it to be awkward at first. |
| took it a step further. You already know you like each | | | | When learning how to date a friend, remember the |
| other, and you won’t be as nervous going on | | | | points listed above. Your relationship will have a great |
| dates. You can bypass getting to know each other | | | | chance of succeeding when you already know each |
| and begin to explore your new relationship. | | | | other quite well. There will be no surprises, and you can |
| Make sure that you have established that both people | | | | simply focus on loving each other because you |
| want to start dating. Some people will be | | | | already know that your personalities go well together. |