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...
by Fix Relationship Author | Nov 12, 2020 | Relationship
“Forever person” can express hope for a lasting partnership. No list of gestures can prove that a relationship will last. Look instead at how you treat each other over time, how you handle differences and whether your plans leave room for both people. Consider what...
by Fix Relationship Author | Nov 6, 2020 | Relationship
A man may show romantic interest through an invitation, thoughtful contact or an honest conversation. Those behaviours can also occur in friendship. Use the twelve possibilities below to decide what to ask, rather than to prove what someone secretly feels. The...
by Fix Relationship Author | Oct 25, 2020 | Relationship
A good first date gives two adults room to get to know each other. You can make a thoughtful impression through clear plans, attention and respect. You cannot earn attraction or a second date by following a script, paying a bill or being agreeable. Think of the...
by Fix Relationship Author | Oct 7, 2020 | Relationship
Wanting love, companionship or a family is understandable. Dating can feel urgent after a breakup, during loneliness or when other people seem to be reaching milestones first. You do not have to become perfectly happy alone before seeking connection. Give yourself...
by Fix Relationship Author | Oct 1, 2020 | Relationship
There is no set of things a woman can do to make a man fall in love. People vary in attraction, priorities and readiness for a relationship. A more useful question is whether the connection gives both people room for interest, honesty and choice. Look for these green...
