Wait for your friend to ask you a question about their partner or for them to vent to you about something before sharing your opinion. Talk with your partner and friend about the best ways to solve whatever is creating complications. And what you desire in a relationship might not be what your friend desires in a relationship.

You know that rule about how you’re never supposed to date the guy your best friend hooked up with? The “girl code” and “sisters before misters” and all that?

Asking your best friend to start dating you can be pretty challenging. First, the challenge can be how to present the message. Here’s someone you’ve played with, talked with, shared feelings with, and who has always seen you as nothing but a friend. Now you’re asking yourself, “How do we start dating ? Are you supposed to be engaged to an enemy? Isn’t your partner supposed to be your best friend?

After all, you are best friends because you have a lot in common. Well, the issue lies in the fact that when we “friendzone” people, we unknowingly erase from our minds the possibility of ever dating them. Another challenge that you may face is you not feeling attracted to your best friend.