The promising situationship

Sometimes a situationship has the potential to become something more.

West explains: “Many people don’t start their cuffing season situationship thinking it’s going to be long term, but sometimes… it just ends up that way. It’s important to remember that just because a relationship started in cuffing season, it doesn’t mean it needs to end then too.”

If you’re catching deeper feelings, it’s worth putting your cards on the table and being upfront with the person you’re dating. Clarity is key.

The shielding situationship

When you’re single, the worst question you want to hear is: “Have you found someone yet?” No, Uncle Paul, I haven’t met the love of my life yet. It’s often this pressure from relatives that can make single people feel pressured into bringing a partner home.

“Bumble’s research shows that during the festive season, more than one in three (38%) Gen Z and millennials say that friends and family have made them feel bad for not bringing a significant other to events,” says West. “This pressure can lead to people entering a situationship just so they don’t feel embarrassed in front of family or friends, otherwise known as ‘shielding’ according to Bumble.”

West suggests taking your time rather than rushing into something for the sake of it: “Simply let your family or friends know that you are intentionally dating, taking your time to find someone that aligns with your values rather than rushing into a relationship.”

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These are the 3 ‘situationships’ you might find yourself in this cuffing season