2006-08-31 08:05:42 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Problem is someone eventually establishes feelings. Then it becomes complicated and a friendship could be lost. When you are having sex with someone its intimate. and Eventually one will want more and if the other doesnt it could cause problems.
2006-08-31 08:11:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can handle it. Some people can't handle it.
Sometimes a person in that type of relationship may become jealous, too attached, or want the relationship to be monogamous, or... consider getting "really serious" and want to spend more time together. It's also unsafe because one or both people in the relationship will still have the option of seeing other people... and that's what a "friends with benefits" relationship is all about. Sometimes the two people have nothing in common except that they both like having sex with each other. So, really, they are just "on-call" or on "stand-by" if another "plan" (or booty call) falls through.
The relationship is just a relationship of convenience, so the "couple" can still date or see whoever they want. Or leave anytime they want (with or without notice). They can even just all of sudden stop seeing you or taking your calls or inviting other "partners" over to their home - AND YOU CAN'T GET MAD ABOUT IT... Unless...
You establish some rules about what and WHO you can and cannot do or see. And then there's no guarantee that everyone will obey the rules.
But basically, a "friends with benefits" relationship is an "open relationship."
It can be fun and sometimes exciting, but it can also be emotionally and physically risky.
2006-08-31 15:29:24 · answer #2 · answered by Lemmie-Gilbert 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Friends with benefits...tricky, but so good if it works for both. The problems arise when someone is no longer satisfied with the benefits that they are receiving and want more than the contract makes allowable and this can happen so easily. However, I can't say that I have never had a friend with benefits but it had to end because I wanted and still want more than just the "benefits". I want the whole package!
2006-09-01 15:31:53 · answer #3 · answered by intentionalmasterpiece 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most woman can not have a friends with benefits relationship. They may say that they can in the beginning but sooner or later we will want you all to our selves. That or we will get jealous or angry every time you are with someone else. Just make sure that you both set the perimeters before you start something.
2006-08-31 15:10:40 · answer #4 · answered by LadyD1019 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a relationship or two like that(before i was married obviously..lol) but they never seem to work the way we plan.. Usally someone ends up wanting more from the other person(relationship) or one of the Friends will meet someone they are serious about and then someone is left hi& dry.. Theres my 2 cents.
2006-08-31 15:08:56 · answer #5 · answered by Kelly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course. If you're single and have friends you can lay down with and not fall in love with, it's the perfect kind of relationship. Nobody's tied down or committed to anyone, but you can have relations and still be friends with this person.
2006-08-31 15:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by Shining Ray of Light 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They might seem nice in theory, but they usually offer empty sex and the opportunity to be on the Jerry Springer show if an "accident" happens. If you're lucky, it might evolve into something better, but not likely.
2006-08-31 15:10:35 · answer #7 · answered by Bush Whacker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There truly is no such thing as a "friend" with benefits... you don't "benefit" your real friends... the are called f*ck buddies not friends.
2006-08-31 15:08:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you're both clear on what's expected, and if stronger feelings develop, then you both need to talk about it.
2006-08-31 15:07:19 · answer #9 · answered by S K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hell yes! You can have a best freind AND a sex partner all rolled up in one..how do you beat that?
2006-08-31 15:08:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋