I've been seeing this guy for awhile now, we have been great friends all through childhood. We lost contact with one another and just recently got back in touch about a year ago and we have started seeing each other now. I'm starting to get very strong feelings now and I want a serious relationship what should I do?
132542
Friends sometimes can be the best in a relationship because they understand you more than anyone.  Just keep it real with each other and don't try to change just because you are in a different type of relationship with each other.
401765
There is no easy answer.  I felt like I spent the better half two years basically throwing myself at this guy I use to work with.  I never got any where.  We just remained good friends and now we just seemed to have gone down different paths and never see each other anymore.  Don't take it too hard if this happens.  It just means that you weren't meant to be together and you'll find the right guy down the road.
343774
You probably had intense feelings for this person, I think it is common. Don't worry about it too much.
129207
Straight forward is the best way.  Just tell him you've felt really close to him lately and you were wondering if he thinks that you two might be headed toward giving this whole relationship thing another try.
558098
I think that she wants a long-term relationship. She can't make her mind about you cause she isn't sure if you're wanting or ready for a serious relationship. She's pretty sure that if things aren't going well between you two that it's going to be hard to be friends again. Talk to her. Ask her what she wants, what she feels about you....
177397
4 times! stop right there. It's obvious that hte two of you are not ready for a relationship or your just not compatable. Real love is never hard. Sure you have to work at it like everything but you do it cause you want to and it makes things so much easier. I think it's time for you guys to call it quites and that means as friends too, at least for a couple of months because you have to let your feelings die down. If say in 3 months you still want to talk and do that will tell you something.
295415
Single is good for awhile. My guy friend reminded me of the concept of "dating". You are going back out into the social scene and just meeting new people. Forming a friendship is the most healthy way to building a romantic relationship. Your giving yourself and your friend, time to really honestly, get to know each other inside and out. Jumping in is never healthy. If your jumping in for the wrong reasons (lonliness, a "need" for a mate), then you will soon find your relationship ending in a firey crash and burn. Practice patience with your new friend. It's ok to be attracted to him/her but keep a level head and don't let your emotions rule your decisions. I am experiencing this very phenomena about building a friendship first. Together, we are keeping level heads, (even though he is just so dang hot), and it is much more fulfilling and healthy, than any relationship I've had before. The communication is great, we understand and accept where we stand with each other, and we're keeping the door open for the possibility of a wonderful, romantic, relationship to develop. I admit, it's not easy. I am still learning the whole patience thing myself. But this is so good, and healthy. I wish you luck, and hope that you will not jump in to something out of desparation. Be positive, be patient, and ask God to help. God Bless you friend.
473243
It is three years later, and you are both three years older and more mature.  Now is definitely time to find that chemistry again. If you still care about this guy, go and re-introduce yourself to him.  He may not be available right now, but it doesn't hurt to find out. :-)\n\nGood luck!!
102178
the guy i am dating now i have been best friends with for 6 years. when we first met we started to flirt nothing serious, then he told me that he wanted to persue this other girl very seriously. so we became really good friends. after four years we were finally both single, he was getting ready to move across the country and he told me how he felt. we've been dating for 2 years now. it is with out a doubt the best relationship i have ever been in. i'm glad we waited, because if not we might not be together right now. if he loves you and you love him. you will end up together. i hope this helps your situation.
260391
Yes he should consider how you feel.  Break away for now and maybe in a few months or years you 2 can become friends.  You want someone to treat you with kindness and respect and do not take anything less.  Good luck.
19944
Before you rush into a decision, let time pass. He will realize his feelings for you, whether or not it is the one you wanted him to feel. An idea from a magazine stated that you ought to spend time with him for a good amount and then suddenly stop. He will realize how much you have meant to him and he would want to spend time with you.\n\nIf he is a friend, then more power to you both if you do end up in a relationship. Friends, especially best friends, know each others' weak points and strong points. Therefore, they can fully support one another.
180373
A year is a long time.  Now you make your decision.  Either go straight up to him and tell him how you feel, or move on.  You shouldn't dwindle on this any longer.
225169
I have been in this situation.  How long have you been talking?  I've learned that you can't go off of looks these days.  The best advice that I can give is to lay off of any feelings that you think you might have and offer that friendship to him long enough until you figure the "real" him out.  But, while you're doing that, make sure you make it clear that you're not "really" looking for anything right now, but that there's always the future.  Some times men put on a front in the beginning (if this is a new situation) and he may be trying to hide his true feelings by being rude...just give it some time.
539595
Hello, Well you could try to be his friend, but you couldn't have a normal friendship because there would allways be that feeling of rejection that he had toward you. And the fact that he's acted like an *** in the past probably means that that the future with him wouldn't be too solid. Really the best thing to do is find another guy to start new with - because I think what you really want is more than a friend relationship and that's a love relationship...right?  You can speak to him and have a casual frienship but look somewhere else for a guy who can make you feel special...Love is what you really want...and I hope you find it...good luck ...ok? ....bye bye
650775
You sound pretty mixed up, which is not a good sign for your current relationship, but you should know that all couples quarrel over silly things.  Only you can decide if your current relationship is heading anywhere - and the only way to find out if the other guy still holds strong feelings for you is to ask him - but make sure you are clear in you head first about whether you are really interested in him as its sounds like you may have hurt his feelings once already!
68797
It sounds like you're very good friends already.  If that's the case, then you definitely need to talk about this issue.  Not only is it an issue for you dating, but it's also an issue for any long-term relationship (generally the point of dating) and also for your own friendship.  If you're not good enough friends to talk about it, then you need to get there before you consider dating again.  Commitment can be scary for both guys and girls, generally because of a mistaken perception of what the other person wants or expects.
144851
dont keep them to yourself you might miss out on a great relationship....if you guys already know how to be friends thats a good start on having a relationship...the only bad thing is that if it dont work out you guys will probably loose your friendship...but you have to decide that one on your own...is it worth it...can you actually see yourself being with this person and it actually working...or is it to far fetched for you two to be togther..at least you will still have him there for you as a friend in the end..talk to him about it...the worst he could say is no i dont want to ruin our friendship...but atleast you dont have to hide your feelings for him and he'll know...whatever you decide i wish you the best...good luck