Kissing anyone can be dangerous.  Kissing is addictive and can lead to other things, as well.  Once you have kissed a person, you can’t take it back.  Some things to consider before you decide whether or not to kiss your friend are as follows:

1.  Would you be okay losing this friend? Kissing a friend sometimes ends in loss of said friendship.  Things can get awkward fast, especially if you are trying to keep things a secret.  Make sure you weigh the benefits against the risks.

2.  What is your intention in kissing this friend? If you are just looking for a quick hook up that feels nice, it might not be worth losing that friend.  Are you actually pursuing a relationship?  Remember that even relationships can harm a friendship.

3.  How does this friend feel about you? Kissing is a two-way street.  Forcing it is never a good idea.  But maybe you’re both into each other and your friendship was just a stepping stone to a healthy dating relationship.

Make sure you weigh the consequences before you kiss your friend.  You may be able to go on being friends, but there is a chance that you will end up doing more than you bargained for or that you could lose this friend forever.