Meaning and Examples of Platonic Friendships and How to Make it Work.

An Overview of Platonic Friendship:

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Platonic friendship comes with several misconceptions and many theories about what it is. It can be tasking to maintain because feelings may set in. I got you.

We all have friends we love and play with intimately but never think of dating. Do you? (Let me know in the comments).

In this post, I talk about the meaning and examples of platonic friendship, what it entails, and popular misconceptions.

What is Platonic Friendship?

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Platonic friendship is a relationship between two people with a deep connection who are attracted to each other. It is intimate but not sexual. The bond feels like romance but without sexual interest.

In a platonic relationship, there is usually a high level of trust, mutual vulnerability, and reciprocated time and affection.

At some point, either party may feel a somewhat sexual connection. Resisting these feelings and keeping the friendship makes it remain platonic. That is not to say platonic friendship cannot lead to relationships.

Misconceptions About Platonic Friendship

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Some of the misconceptions are because people fail to understand that:

• Platonic friendship is not the same as Friends with Benefits.
• It is not a pre-dating exercise.
• It is not to make up a break-up.
• It is not sexual.

A synonym for platonic friendships should be besties, but the 21st-century community has made it a sexual term.

How To Make Platonic Friendship Work

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• Show up for each other and reciprocate the vibe.
• Create boundaries: leave sex out and reduce flirtation.
• Ensure communication and honesty.

What To Do If They Have a Partner:

• Don't bad-mouth their relationship.
• Be supportive.
• Build a mutual bond with their partners also.

What To Do If You Have a Partner:

• Spend time in groups. It would make them know your friend and not feel excluded.
• Create a balance; don't undermine your friendship or relationship.
• Maintain honesty and communication on both ends.

In essence, platonic friendship should not be a problem if profoundly understood and managed.

P.S: Platonic friendship could be between the same gender.

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