Ahh, the friend zone. You’ve probably heard this term being tossed around one too many times. The thing is, it’s complete sexist bull. And here are 7 reasons why this term should be permanently deleted from your vocabulary.
#1. Because it’s sexist towards all parties involved.
It makes men feel like they’re owed sex or a romantic relationship because they’ve been nice, and makes girls feel obligated to give them that. Clearly, that’s just messed up.
#2. Because it’s point blank stupid.
“WHAT DO YOU WANT ME TO DO!?”
#3. Because since its inception, it’s only ever been used as a bitter term.
Better to be in the friend zone rather than the ‘Never-Calling-This-One-Again Zone.’
#4. Because it already has its own Wikipedia page.
It’s true. We have to nip this in the bud before it gets to Merriam Webster.
#5. Because those who think they’re in the zone often aren’t.
Some are probably even in the ‘Oh-No-Not-You-Again Zone’ in which case, please reevaluate your tactics.
#6. Because it’s not helping anyone.
Suffering in silence is just so outdated. It doesn’t pave the way for honest and open communication, only assumptions and resentment.
#7. Because it’s 2015.
Men and women can indeed JUST be friends, without any romance or sex getting in the way. Why do we think of platonic friendships as inferior to a romantic relationship?