"Most of us apply the label “friend” to a shockingly wide range of people. Sure, everyone knows that a Facebook contact is not the same as your oldest confidante is not the same as your office-lunch buddy. But these categories are nebulous and often shifting. It’s strange to suddenly realize that a work friendship has become something more, just as it can be awkward to realize our bestie tier has emptied out and it’s time to invest in some new friendships. And we almost never have these conversations explicitly...
Most of us spend a lifetime learning how to articulate our needs and expectations in romantic relationships. With friends, we rarely attempt it. If you’re using a dating app, chances are you have some idea of whether you’re looking for deep commitment or just someone to sleep with. And when romances get more serious or come to an end, typically there’s a conversation about the change. But explicit intentions and “discuss the relationship” talks are rare among friends. Even if we can feel that something has shifted between us, we almost never directly acknowledge it."
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