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The Fun (Or Not So Fun) In Being Friends With Benefits

There are layers of complications when it comes to having feelings.

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The Fun (Or Not So Fun) In Being Friends With Benefits
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“What is friends with benefits, actually?”

Some of us might know it as the kind of relationship where you can be friends and have a sexual encounter with the same person, without emotional attachment. Having friends with benefits has become more common now, and I still don't know whether it would be fulfilling or not. Despite the fact you have someone you can be friends with, get kisses from them, and you can still see as many people as you want to, does this type of relationship really bring happiness to your life?

The idea of having this type of relationship seems compelling for some people. Many dating apps allow you to have this kind of relationship without even having been friends with them first. However, having a friends-with-benefits relationship with a classmate or co-worker might not be too great of an idea. Save yourself from having an awkward situation when things don't work out. Also, these apps made everything easier since you can let someone know your intention at the very beginning because no one likes to be played.

A friends-with-benefits relationship also means that you don’t have to commit to one person only. Some people think the idea of not being monogamous is amazing. There is no "cheating," because both of you already know that no one is there to be committed. There will be no expectations for the relationship.

FWB need to have strong communication, so both parties are on the same page. Both have to be incredibly open with one another about what they want and need. When friends with benefits have more disadvantages on you, then it is time to call it quits since it is no longer benefiting you.

The idea of this kind of relationship seems fun for some people but for others, not so much. There are layers of complication when it comes to feelings. Make sure that the decision you make will add greater joy to your life. Whether it is being in touch with your emotions, having a strong relationship with someone, or having the kind of relationship brings you spiritually closer to God; where it is definitely not going to be provided in this type of relationship.

Afterall, it is still up to you to decide whether this type of relationship is something you want to jump in to.

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