We’ve all been there: your bestie falls head over heels for someone new, and something just feels… off. 🚩

In the wild world of queer dating, moving at lightning speed isn’t just common, it’s practically a personality trait. But what happens when your friend’s new relationship seems more like emotional baggage claim than genuine connection?

When Love Moves Faster Than Your Spotify Playlist

Imagine this: Two weeks, three dates, and suddenly they’re dropping the L-word while still processing an ex-engagement. Sounds familiar? That’s exactly the situation one cautious friend found themselves navigating recently.

The Friend Zone of Relationship Advice

Here’s the tea: being a supportive friend doesn’t mean staying silent. It means creating space for honest conversations that come from a place of genuine care. Your job isn’t to control their heart, but to offer a perspective that might help them slow down and breathe.

Boundaries Are The New Self-Care

Real talk: relationships aren’t a race, and healing isn’t a competition. Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is gently reflect what you’re observing, without judgment, but with compassion.

Remember, love is messy, beautiful, and sometimes requires a friend who’s willing to ask the uncomfortable questions. Just make sure you’re coming from a place of support, not criticism.