10 Ways To Survive The Friendzone
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10 Ways To Survive The Friendzone

Tips and Tricks for surviving, after hearing "I just want to be friends."

Samantha Miller
Feb 21, 2016
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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10 Ways To Survive The Friendzone

This article will help you survive the hard months that will follow the phrase "I just want to be friends." I know that your frail heart and ego has been crushed and that you are going to need some hints on how to make it through. This is sure to brighten your spirits, and make you laugh. It will also make sure that you show the person who has said that phrase to you will not see you become upset. So continue reading to know how you might keep your cool, and your dignity.

1. Grow up and realize that no one owes you a relationship.

2. Stop complaining, there are worse things in the world, like sexism, and starving children.

3. Remember the other person is not someone with an evil twirly mustache, so they do not deserve retaliation.

4. Be nice because that is the right thing to do, not because you think you will get laid.

5. Do not hug anyone who does not want to be hugged.

6. Remind yourself that having more friends is always a good thing.

7. Stop saying that he/she will change their mind. Do not try harder, they said no, they meant no. Stop trying.

8. Do not send unwanted photos. Seriously.

9. Do not post your complaints on social media. I can promise you that no one cares.

10. Lastly remember that life will go on, and you will be okay.

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