We can't establish rules for such relationships, as they attempt to skew the natural order of relationships between men and women. Men and women are naturally hard-wired for eros love which comes as an entire package. When we try and separate, or pick and choose, facets of such a relationship, it can easily go beyond our attempts to modify or tinker. If your relationship includes sexual intimacy, one may expect kissing/hugging might follow along. This is the obverse order of things in a normal situation, but it only shows the futility of the effort. All the best.
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the only rules are the rules you both talk about and agree to follow.
if you don't want to read into his behavior, then don't read into his behavior.
if you have questions, ask him.
If you have feelings for him it's time to stop that behavior right away before it gets out of hand and you end up with some hurt feelings. Personally, if I was in a FWB relationship I would put an end to anything that will make you feel like you are more than just friends. In a FWB relationship it's best to leave anything sentimental out.
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Friends with benefits works when two people are willing to meet each other's sexual needs without insisting on exclusivity or long-term committment. Anything goes as long as both of you agree. Like any relationship it will change over time. Of course you will have feelings for each other. The point is being able to have these feelings openly. If you're falling in love, say so. It's ok to love someone that you can't be with forever. It's ok to love more than one person at a time. Yes, it goes against all our cultural training. If you're wondering what the rules are, you need to talk to your friend. Open honest communication is the only rule and the only way it can work.
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