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Can You Thrive In The Friendzone & Be Kenough?

Swagata Deshmukh - Jun 19, 2024

Condemned or Still Cool? Find out if you've mastered the art of thriving in the friend zone & being 'Kenough' – charmingly confident without crossing the line.

Have you ever found yourself caught in the friend zone? You know, that presumably tricky territory where you care deeply for someone, but they see you more as a confidant than a potential partner? It's a place many of us have wandered into at some point in our lives. Even our dear Ken, Barbie’s companion, related to this emotion at one point, only to realise that he was going to be just fine on his own. So, let's explore whether it's possible to not only survive but also thrive in the friend zone and learn how to be "Kenough" in such relationships. 

Kens chest-bumping

Friend Zone: Fact or Fiction?

Let’s be honest- it's a concept that's been blown out of proportion, often painting one person as the villain and the other as the victim. Labelling a situation as being in the “friend zone” can suggest that being friends with someone is somehow a negative or undesirable outcome. It also implies that if someone is nice or friendly to another person, they are entitled to a romantic or sexual relationship in return. This assumption overlooks the fact that relationships are based on mutual feelings and consent, not on someone fulfilling certain obligations.

 

Genuine friendships are valuable in their own right. If romantic feelings aren't reciprocated, it's not a demotion—it's an opportunity to grow, learn, and expand your horizons. You can just go back to your dating apps and find someone new who’s really into you or just get Beat massager for men!

Margot Robbie says that makes perfect sense

Are You Kenough?

Ken realised he didn't need Barbie's affection to validate his self-worth. And that’s what is called being ‘Kenough’! It is about understanding that your worth isn't solely dependent on romantic validation. When you're Kenough, you're not desperately seeking to be romantic partners or keep love bombing. You don’t wonder about “Signs of being friend zoned by a girl’ or “Have I been friend zoned by a guy?” Instead, you're a genuine friend who respects boundaries while remaining open about your feelings. 

Ken says cool

 

So, how do you know if you're truly "Kenough"? Well, here are some telltale signs:

You respect boundaries

You understand that everyone has the right to their feelings, and you don't push someone into a romantic relationship against their will. 

You celebrate their happiness

Whether they're dating someone else or enjoying their high libido by going out with folks, instead of wallowing about being“friend-zoned by a girl”, you genuinely wish them well and support their choices.

You're honest with yourself

You acknowledge your feelings but don't let them consume your friendship. Instead, you focus on nurturing the connection without any hidden agenda.

You embrace growth

You see the beauty in personal growth and understand that every relationship teaches us valuable lessons. You’ll happily stick to your pleasure sessions with a full body massager and water-based lubricant.

 

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