friends with benefits..

[dominsane]

Does anyone think it's possible to be "friends with benefits" with an ex?

Has anyone done this? Did it work out?

[prfrogkisser]

This is a very tough situation.

 

I will keep two things in mind:

 

1. How the relationship ended.

2. Emotional feelings

 

Communication is very important so there wont be any misleading messages from anyone. If both are totally cool and this is a no strings attach thing well it might work.

But in reality there is always the possibility of one person holding on to the past while having hope that this "friends thing" will develop into something more.

I wouldnt recommend this because in the end someone might get hurt thats why you have to be honest and upfront before getting into the Ex with Benefits.

[WithOrWithoutYou]

I have said this before, but that can only work if both parties are completely over the relationship, understand why it can never work, can laugh about it, and remain friends without baggage about there not being a romantic relationship. Under those circumstances (but be honest with yourself about whether that is really the case), yes, a friends with benefits relationship can work with an ex. It can work on the same basis that two friends who enjoy each other's company but do not love each other romantically can enjoy having sex with each other.

 

That said, the above situation with an ex is extremely RARE, and if either party still has a thing for the other, it will end up being a very destructive situation for everyone.

[luckypanda]

For most people who are Exes, it is rare for neither party to have any feelings. Be very careful, and proceed with the utmost caution. It is likely that one of you, consciously or subconsciously is hoping that things will once again turn into a relationship.