by Fix Relationship Author | Jan 14, 2021 | Relationship
Having romantic feelings for a friend can leave you unsure what to do, especially when you value the friendship. The phrase “friend zone” usually describes feelings that are not shared, but it can make friendship sound like a penalty or a stage you must escape. A...
by Fix Relationship Author | Jan 3, 2021 | Relationship
A relationship repair checklist can help you separate a painful pattern from a vague hope that things will improve. Start with what is happening, what each person is willing to change and whether you can make choices freely. This is a set of reflection questions,...
by Fix Relationship Author | Dec 20, 2020 | Relationship
When a partner says they need time to figure things out, you may be left wondering whether to wait, ask again or step away. There is no waiting period that can promise commitment. The useful questions are what they are deciding, what is agreed between you now and...
by Fix Relationship Author | Dec 5, 2020 | Relationship
Love and friendship can overlap. You can care deeply for a friend, feel attraction without wanting a relationship, or want romance that the other person does not share. You do not have to rank the two kinds of connection. Start with what each of you actually wants and...
by Fix Relationship Author | Nov 21, 2020 | Relationship
When a relationship feels strained, it is tempting to look for a list of things you must stop doing to keep your partner. A more useful starting point is to name the behaviour that is causing difficulty, hear both people’s needs and decide what each person is willing...
