5 Signs You're in the Friend Zone: How to Tell It's Time to Move On

The friend zone is a scary term for most guys. Nobody wants to end up where they get smiles but aren’t taken seriously. However, it’s important to recognize the signs that she sees you as just a friend.

The friend zone is a scary term for most guys. Nobody wants to end up where they get smiles but aren’t taken seriously. However, it’s important to recognize the signs that she sees you as just a friend. This will save you a lot of time, which you can spend looking for relationships that will truly bring you happiness.

She responds infrequently

You text her, call her, try to engage, but she replies after hours or even ignores you? If you mattered to her, she would find reasons to stay in touch. This is the first and most obvious sign.

She suggests you check out other girls

When a girl says, “Look, the waitress is smiling at you!” or offers to introduce you to a friend of hers, it means one thing: she sees you as a good buddy. And yes, she genuinely wants you to be happy… but not with her.

She avoids being alone with you

If your meetings always happen in the company of friends or at loud events, and there’s no chance of being alone together — that’s also a sign. Most likely, she doesn’t want to give you false hope and avoids situations where she might have to honestly explain that nothing is going to happen between you.

There’s no physical contact

When a girl likes a guy, she subconsciously seeks physical contact: adjusting his tie, accidentally brushing his hand, or hugging when they meet. If she tries to keep her distance and avoids even fleeting touches, you can’t expect romantic interest from her.

She talks about other guys

Listening to her talk about what her ideal guy should be like or watching her discuss her crushes with you is painful. But it’s also a clear sign that you’re just a listener to her. You may be a good friend she trusts with her thoughts, but nothing more.