Dear Diana,
I am 19 and my girlfriend is 18. We love each other a lot and I know we are too young, but we we are planning a future together. Recently her brother and mom threatened me and told me to stay away from her. My folks have also told me to steer clear to avoid any problem with her family. I'm in a fix now. Should I leave her or just be pals with her?
— Junaid

 

Dear Junaid,
As you said you are too young to talk about marriage. So it is best that for the present just be pals with her. She can be your best buddy. Her family may have their reasons for not wanting her to be with you. Perhaps they are orthodox or it might be that they want her to concentrate on her studies for now. There is no point in having an altercation with her folks. Continue with the friendship and concentrate on your studies. Some years down the line when you two are older you can talk about commitment and taking the relationship to the next level.