Aquarius Love Often Starts (and Stays) as Friendship 🤝❤️

Aquarius often approaches romance with a "friendship first" mentality, sometimes blurring the lines completely. Why? For them, the intellectual connection, shared ideals, mutual respect for freedom, and lack of heavy emotional demands often found in friendship feel safer and more sustainable than intense, possessive romance.

They value the egalitarian nature of friendship. The "twist" isn't that they can't be romantic, but that the foundation of their ideal partnership often looks and feels like a deep, stimulating friendship. They want a partner they can brainstorm with, debate with, fight for causes with, and give space to – just like a good friend. Understanding this helps partners appreciate their sometimes platonic vibe; it's often a sign of deep comfort and respect, not necessarily a lack of romantic interest.

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