In need of some advice with a situation....

United States
August 16, 2011 11:54am CST
Hey guys, so I could really use some help figuring out what to do in the situation I'm in. On one hand, there is this really amazing girl that I know that I've dated before. Right now we are friends and everything and we are kind of confused on how things should be. I know being in a relationship with her would be great but I wouldn't get to see her frequently, which kind of sucks because that really put a strain on our relationship last time. On the other hand, I'm kind of interested in meeting new people, because for all I know there might be some other great girl out there that I could see frequently that could make me happy. Anyone got any advice? Thanks =)
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11 responses
• United States
16 Aug 11
Hi! I've been there too so I understand the confusion (my current husband was in Charlotte, NC and I was in Buffalo, NY. Eventually, I made the move to Charlotte after visiting several times.) One thing I have found that helps me is to write it down; positives and negatives and leave some space for 'toss-ups'. Also, talk it over with her extensively to see if it is what she wants. With distance being a factor, see if you can do something that won't put a strain on either one of you. Is there a meeting place that is agreeable to you both? Can you call her or send her little presents (if that is agreeable with her)? I'm not saying that this is a substitute for her presence or you being there with her but little things do help. Hope this'll help make it easier until you both reach your next move! Best wishes!
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• United States
16 Aug 11
Hello Cricket127, Glad to hear that you've found a solution to such a problem! Thanks for the advice, I usually do tend to write things down about situations like this and it definitely helps. Although I'm sure we could find a mutual agreement on how to handle the distance, I still feel like it kind of takes something away from a relationship when you don't have that physical factor. Hopefully this all works out though, and thanks again!
• United States
16 Aug 11
Hi! Glad to be of help! I always like to think that things will work out for people and the usually do (even if it's not the way you planned). Do give it time and be flexible. Best of luck!
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• Indonesia
16 Aug 11
hmm, that confused. if i became you, i'll take her, learning from my past relationship with her. but if you doubt, better if you found another girl.
• United States
16 Aug 11
Thanks
• Indonesia
5 Sep 11
you're welcome.
@stanley777 (9402)
• Philippines
17 Aug 11
I guess your not sure with this girl yet because as you have said your kind of confused for you have not seen her frequently.You should go out with other girls that interest you so that you can decide for yourself.And if this doesn't work,then you must find time to see her more often which could help you decide what you really want.
@Jlyn10 (11966)
• Malaysia
18 Aug 11
First of all, you need to sit down and think really hard, what is it that you really want. You like this girl and yet you want to meet new people. How do you except a relationship to work this way? For sure, it will end up with someone getting hurt in the end.
@viju0410 (2286)
• India
17 Aug 11
You are in double minds. One side you have a great girl who's friend to you now whom you dated earlier and on the other hand you are looking for some 'great' ones. If you want to go back to your old friend you know how you will miss her as there would be limited meetings/ dating but ultimately you will have a nice time with her. So why not go and give it a second chance provided the girl is still interested for a great relationship. Best wishes..
@bnpraveen (172)
• India
17 Aug 11
hai friend dont get confused, you might be intrested in meeting new people, but you may or may not get the girl like as before, so dont get confused, you feel better with her,so why you chose others, she is perfect partner to you my friend
@KrauseHome (36448)
• United States
16 Aug 11
Personally like others have shared, that confusion over this girl should be a sign telling you what is the Best to do. When you are feeling confused about someone that usually means there is a situation there either you need to work out, or move on. If she is a distance away from you and wanting to set limits, then it is Best to find someone else. There are a lot of Great women out there. When you meet and find that special someone you will know.
• Philippines
16 Aug 11
I don't see distance would hinder a true and lasting relationship. But this depends on the person, some can handle long distance relationship and others are not. Well, what do you think your heart and mind tells you? Are you in the right age to decide whether what you feel is real or reel? I guess a person no matter the distance if he/she truly loves and deserves that person will find ways to improve the situation. On the other hand you wanted to explore more since you are not yet committed, then I suggest that if the feeling is just mutual to that girl you are dating, then try out and meet other girls and see if you will feel much better to be with someone else who truly deserves you.
@obe212003 (2299)
• Philippines
17 Aug 11
if you think you have feelings for this amazing girl, then just pursue and endure whatever situation you would encounter and see if there would be ways to resolve the situation. on the other hand, if you want to explore and mingle and hopefully the right girl who would turn your world around, then by all means just go and do it!
@samaire (154)
• United States
17 Aug 11
It depends! If you are 16 so you will find another one. That's not a relationship. If you are older and you really love her you will find a way. You can find another job there or she will move with you. But that means that you have to live together. My opinion is leave her alone. You want "to meet other people" and maybe there is someone else for you. That's your thoughts! So she's not that important for you! You don't want to be with her! Read your own words!
• United States
17 Aug 11
how frequently would you see her? I say if its long distance, it won't work out, especially if your at a young age and like you said want to meet new people. if you had the mind set of I only want her and don't want to meet new people then I would say to try to make it work, depending on how often you see her. I would say to keep her in your life, or cut her out if its the only way you can get over her, and meet new people. I know it's going to be difficult if you really care about her, or are even in love with her but if you guy's are apart and really don't see each other a lot right now it's not going to work out. she may be seeing other people when your not together, or if she isn't you may wonder if she is and get paranoid about it. just nothing good can come of long distance relationships, especially at a young age.