Tiffany Frank2 months agoSo, I (21F) have a friend (25M) that I met through Bumble Friends. The way we started talking has me questioning whether this is going to stay a platonic friendship or if there’s more to it. When we first started chatting, we both agreed that we were just looking for people to talk to, not for dating, since we had both recently gotten out of relationships. Our conversations have been pretty frequent, mostly at night since we’re both busy during the day, but things are starting to feel a bit weird. Lately, I’ve been getting good morning messages from him, which is something I’m not used to getting from friends. I usually say goodnight when I’m ready to stop talking, and I don’t get more replies after that. However, he always uses my nickname when he says goodnight or good morning, while I just say “goodnight” without using his name. I’m genuinely only interested in him as a friend, but I’m not sure if he feels the same way or if he’s just trying to fill the void left by his ex. I’m curious—do you get good morning texts or talk to your friends every day, or is this behavior something that crosses the line into something more? Answer (Rewritten): It sounds like you’re in a bit of a tricky situation, and it’s understandable why you’re questioning whether your friendship with him might develop into something more. The fact that he’s sending you good morning texts and using your nickname could feel a bit more intimate than you’re comfortable with, especially if you’ve both stated that you’re only friends. As for your question, many people do have friendships where they talk frequently, including good morning or good night messages, but it really depends on the nature of the friendship. In some close friendships, people do communicate daily, including text messages, but it’s usually clear that the relationship is platonic. However, the use of terms of endearment like a nickname or sending daily good morning texts might sometimes cross the line into something more, depending on the dynamics. It’s possible that he’s still processing his past relationship and might be looking for emotional connection, but it’s also possible that he genuinely values your friendship. The key thing here is communication. If his actions are making you feel uncomfortable or confused, it might be helpful to have an open conversation with him. You can express that you value the friendship but feel unsure about some of the dynamics, like the good morning texts, and ask him if he views your relationship as purely platonic or if there’s more to it. As long as you make your boundaries clear and ensure you’re on the same page, you should be able to continue the friendship in a way that feels comfortable for both of you. Don’t be afraid to set boundaries if something feels off. A healthy friendship can thrive with open communication and mutual respect. 46