Situationship: What Is This New Gen Z Trend? It's Not love, Not Friendship, Then What Is It?

Relationships are also changing with the times, boss. Earlier, things were simple—love, marriage, all sorted. But now, everyone's talking about this new thing called a 'situationship'. So, what exactly is this scene?

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What is a situationship?

In a committed relationship, both people have clarity, trust, and think about the future. But a situationship is totally different. The relationship has no proper name. One day you're super close, and the next day, you feel distant. These mixed signals can leave many people feeling very confused.

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What's the difference with a committed relationship?

You can figure out if you're in this kind of a setup with a few questions. Is your relationship status unclear? Are your plans always made at the last minute? Has your partner still not introduced you to their friends? Do they talk sweetly but never call you their 'girlfriend' or 'boyfriend'? If you're nodding 'yes' to most of these, you're likely in a situationship.

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How to know what your relationship is?

These relationships might seem fun at first, but they can seriously increase your mental stress later on. Experts compare it to junk food—it feels good in the moment but leaves you unsatisfied. The lack of clarity can cause insecurity, lower your self-confidence, and lead to a lot of emotional confusion.

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Impact on mental health

Often in a situationship, one person gets more attached while the other stays distant, focusing only on their own needs. In such cases, you need to remember a few things. Be clear about your feelings, ask for clarity about the relationship, and think twice before continuing without a commitment. If someone avoids giving you a clear answer, you should take that as an answer in itself.

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What to do in such situations?

Ultimately, you need to decide what's best for you. If a person doesn't give your relationship clarity, that itself is a clear answer. Prioritise your emotional well-being and don't be afraid to walk away from a connection that leaves you feeling confused and insecure.