34 Things We Learned About Love From Friends

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Two decades later, we still hold on to the love lessons we learned from Monica, Chandler, and the rest of the gang. It's hard to believe, but Friends debuted more than 20 years ago. Thanks to reruns, though, it feels like just yesterday that Rachel got off the plane to be with Ross. (Sigh.) Feeling nostalgic for the Central Perk regulars? We've gathered some of the most memorable Friends moments for this thoughtful, witty guide to love. Phoebe's songs, Joey's pickup lines, Chandler's one-liners — relive the '90s sitcom days with these thoughtful love lessons inspired by Friends.

01

You Should Date a Guy With Good Moves

02

Spontaneous Kisses Are the Best Kind

03

Everyone Feels Desperate Sometimes

04

Not All Love Is Good Love

05

With Pickup Lines, It's All About the Tone

06

Some People Are Just Meant For Each Other

07

Best Friends Make the Best Couples

08

Love Is Always, Always Complicated

09

Online Dating Can Be Awkward

10

Weddings Were Expensive Pre-Pinterest, Too

11

Breakups Are the Worst

12

No, Seriously, Breakups Are the Worst

13

Nice Guys Will Make You Happy

14

Dancing Can Solve Problems

15

Dating a Friend's Ex Is Never Fine

16

It's OK to Eat Your Feelings

17

Love Makes You Do Crazy Things

18

Dating Can Be a Casual Thing

19

You Should Definitely Not Use Your Ex's Name at Your Wedding

20

Couples Have Their Own Language

21

Singledom Sometimes Sucks

22

It's Fine to Live by the "No Regrets" Rule

23

Your Killer Moves Will Grab His Attention

24

Pessimism Gets You Nowhere

25

Love Should Be Fun

26

Being Vulnerable Can Be Really Scary

27

You Should Tell Him How You Feel

28

Funny Friends Make the Best Officiants

29

Dating a Friend Can Get Complicated

30

You Should Think Before You Speak

31

You Shouldn't Accidentally Propose to People

32

Guys Are Just as Sensitive

33

Nothing Beats the Romance of an Airport Confession

34

If You Love Him, You Should Definitely Get Off the Plane

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