Do my friend really need a boyfriend to be happy?
93056
No, you can't count on someone especially guys to make you happy or fulfill your life.
399634
Maybe she sort of has feelings for you, even though she already has a boyfriend. It's possible to be with someone, and still be attracted to someone else, right? But maybe she just has really warm feelings for you as a friend, and isn't quite attracted enough to want you as a boyfriend. Sometimes if you're really good friends with someone, you might occasionally have stronger feelings for them, even if most of the time you know that they aren't really what you're looking for in a mate. I'd say you can probably tell the difference between a compliment and flirting by her body language. If she touches you a lot, it might be flirting. Or if she's attracted to you, she might smile differently--a smile that says she can't help smiling at you, instead of one that just seems polite and off-hand. Either way, what's the problem? Affection and compliments are nice, even if they come from someone you're not dating, don't you think?
638687
no u might just be more picky then her and waiting for the right guy. there is no reason to just accept who ever because u feel like u are lacking a boyfriend. wait for the right guy he will come along.
447710
I love my best friend as well. We agreed if something goes wrong that we would not let hard feeling get the best of our friendship. You can find a boyfriend easy but to find a friend is hard. So keep it real ,and nothing bad will come of it.
420361
Yes she loves you. She probubly loves alot of people. She sounds like a kind person.  That is probubly what attracts you to her.  but unless she dumps her boyfriend for you she probubly doesn't love you the way you think.  take care to cherish your friendship.  they are hard to come by.
912943
sometimes people are just better off as friends,relationships sometimes ruin a good friendship.she may be jealous of the fact if you find someone else then your friendship wont be as strong because you will have someone else in your life,doesnt mean she wants you as a partner herself.im in a similar situation myself,my boyfriend has a female best friend,she is in love with him.its difficult.but only time will tell what will happen.
1069696
I think they can work for people wjho have been togetehr long ewnogh to develop a very deep love.  Not that new I lvoe you im still giddy over you kind.  Distance doesn't always make the heart grow fonder.\n\nif this really bothers you friends or not, and she doesn't respect it, than its time to move on.  i had TONS of male friends before getting serious with my now fiance, and I stopped hanging with them at his request cause I valued our realtionship more than those friendships.  \n\nI always tell girls you should only give up male friends for a man you're going to marry...temporary BF's won't last as long as your friendships have.\n\nim not saying these guys aren't truly friends, but if you ask my man, and you knwo as a man, men are only frineds with women that aren't attratcive, or they know they can't have sexually.  (Doesn't mean they don't want to be, they just know they don't have an opportuniy.)  It's rare that ment truly value a friendship more than the possibility of a physical relationship
349475
If you value her friendship, then you need to put her needs ahead of your own desires. If she has a boyfriend, then you need to let her figure out what a jackass he is on her own. Interfering with her existing relationship to get her for yourself would be selfish, and something of a betrayal of her trust on your part. Besides, when she does figure it out... and she will... then she will be able to appreciate your friendship all the more for the support you are able to offer her when the times comes for that. The best relationships grow out of the best friendships.
768413
I guarantee you, that if you have a decent personality and a cheery outlook on life (nice looks help too), there are guys who like you.\nYou dont need a boyfriend right now - even if your friends have them.
659968
I don't mind to have this friend but I would not force him or myself to have further step. It doesn't mean I don't want. I prefer to come naturely. If it's time that we want to be together, I think both of us would have the same feeling. No need to think that he should be my boyfriend/friend. Just relax and enjoy the relationship in this moment.
340616
Nah, you don't need one.  Have as much fun as you can without one.  Enjoy your free time and not stressing about it.  One will come along eventually.\n\nRemember, it's better to not have a boyfriend than to have a boyfriend who is a jerk or a loser.
974449
No, it wouldn't stop me.  \n\nWhy?  Because I'm a gentleman.  That means I care about her, not her body.  It sounds like you need a guy who will be your friend.\n\nA boyfriend who is really a friend will be willing to wait.  If you are having a hard day (like the anniversary date) he will be understanding and caring.\n\nIf he is just a selfish jerk, he will get impatient for you to "get over it" so he can have sex.  Don't fall for a guy who thinks of himself first.
1108110
I am not sure.  Everyone needs friends, but if your friend crosses a certain level of intimacy, you should certainly evaluate that relationship during down time. In other words, only you can answer that question.
726460
Your friend could be jealous of you. She may not WANT you to have a boyfriend, so she's making herself believe different. I'm in the 6th Grade & my friends would never believe me if I told them I had a boyfriend & that's truly awful. Ask her why she doesn't believe you. I'm sure you're a decent-looking little girl & it's rude for her to say that she doesn't believe you'd ever get a boyfriend. Ignore her if she gets real bad about it.
537579
WHY DO YOU THINK YOU NEED A BOYFRIEND? BELIEVE IT OR NOT, YOU REALLY DON'T. YOUR STILL YOUNG, CONCENTRATE ON YOUR FRIENDS, AND HAVING FUN AND SCHOOL. ALL THAT STUFF WILL COME LATER IN LIFE. HAVING A MAN DOESN'T DEFINE A WOMAN. SOME WOMEN THINK THEY ARE WORTHLESS W/ OUT A MAN, AND THAT IS SO FAR FROM THE TRUTH. THEY JUST DON'T HAVE A VERY GOOD SELF ESTEEM.
581177
If your friend doesn't know that you and your boyfriend are an item, then she is doing nothing wrong.  You need to tell her because if she thinks she has a chance with him and she doesn't she runs the risk of getting hurt.
114619
You already answered your question. You don't want a boyfriend. What you do want is a social companion so you won't feel awkward with your friends.  If you can find a guy to be this kind of friend then more power to you....but don't go and get a "boyfriend" just to fit in.  Besides if your fiends make you feel awkward, then maybe it's time to get new friends.