Are you in a relationship or situation? 4 things you need to know about the difference

We’ve all heard of situations. You know, the type of casual or sexual relationship that exists between “friends with benefits” and “in a relationship.” Essentially, it’s a relationship that isn’t even official: no violent social media launches, no storing each other’s toothbrushes, and no meeting the parents. Read also | At what age is it better to get married? Pros and cons of marriage in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond

In a recent Instagram post, relationship coach and author Jawal Bhatt highlighted the difference between a relationship and a situation.

While you might think that the rise in the number of situations could be attributed to the endless number of options available on dating apps – why commit to monogamy with one person when you can be just a stone’s throw away from a more perfect partner? – Javal talked about how intentions and responses differ in “relationship versus situation”. He shared four cases:

Sample #1

◉ Relationship: My intention is clear, I want to date to get married.

◉ Situation: let’s see, let’s go with the flow.

Sample #2

◉ Attitudes: I don’t accept contradictions, breadcrumbs, hot and cold behavior or mixed signals. I speak clearly and leave when necessary.

◉ Situation: I’m fine with breadcrumbs and mixed signals; just don’t leave me.

Sample #3

◉ Attitude: I don’t fake it to impress someone. I want someone to accept the real me and I’m looking for connection, not time.

◉ Situation: I just want someone because I feel too lonely. So I’m okay with pretending and changing myself just because I want them to like me and accept me.

Sample #4

◉ Relationships: I can let it go when someone doesn’t need me and doesn’t reciprocate, but ignores and ghosts me. I know I want to communicate. So why fear, hold or force?

◉ Situation: I want to hold on because I might never find love again. I have invested so much time and effort into this man.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice.