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Navigating the Friend Zone
Exploring the complexities of developing romantic feelings for a friend, this chapter discusses the psychological insights, common experiences, and factors influencing the transition from friendship to romance. It reveals insights from a study on relationship beginnings and highlights the significance of similarity, reciprocity, and proximity in fostering romantic attraction. Delving into the mere exposure effect and reciprocal liking, the chapter addresses the internal struggles and risks involved in admitting romantic feelings for a friend.