How can something you know is wrong, feel so right?

Have you ever fallen for a guy you knew was supposed to be off limits?
When you are with him, when you think about him, it does not feel forbidden. Every flirty text exchange you have, every hour you spend sneaking away to see him—even just lying awake at night thinking about your next secret meeting—makes you feel wildly excited. It is like all the obstacles that make him risky only reinforce how special he is. And it is like this romance is bigger than anything your parents or friends could possibly understand.

But the dizzying emotions that make your love so intense right now—the allure of his mystery, the thrill of getting away with something—can create a rocky foundation for a relationship. And when your feelings are so overwhelming, it is hard to see the relationship clearly and easy to tune out the people who can give you perspective—a dangerous combination. Here is how to make sense of what is in your heart and fifigure out if your love is worth fighting for.

DANGEROUS LIASONS
You cannot help who you fall in love with—even if he's a guy you know you should not be into.
But understanding why he makes you feel the way he does will make those feelings less confusing.

❤ HE IS YOUR FRIEND'S BOYFRIEND
Why You Want Him
You know him better than you do most guys because you see him when his guard is down. There is no awkward "getting to know you" stuff, so it feels like he could just easily be your boyfriend.
Make It Work
You cannot mention your feelings for him until after they split—if you do, any relationship you have will be built on drama. Plus, forcing yourself to wait helps you figure out if you really like him or it is the thrill of the conquest.
Walk Away If...
You are having long, intimate conversations, or he starts divulging details about his relationship with your friend. That is considered emotional cheating: It is unfair to her and a proof that he's crappy BF material.

❤ ... To Be Continued.

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