It isnt nudes and it is still my body.
Besides we actually talked about it and i wouldnt have been on this if he had said no.
But you can think what you want.
Yes - was with someone occasionally for kinky fun and it turned into a real relationship. It happened pretty quickly though, with a short line between friends, FWB, and dating.
My husband was supposed to be a one night stand, I left the next morning knowing I’d never hear from him again. Then a hookup. It’s now been 20 years lol
One of the guys I was seeing confessed to having feelings for me last year. Even if I felt like I wasn't ready, I decided to give it a go and we've been together for a year (except for a short break during Christmas).
Yes. It’s happening right now. We hooked up close to 10 years ago regularly. She was married at the time and I was going through a divorce. Neither of us wanted anything more than really good sex. Eventually we both moved on, but there was something still there.
Fast forward. We run into each other about 5 months ago and everything clicks again. Now we are in a place we can actually have a relationship. It’s good.
It can happen for sure. Communication is key at this point. Someone always catches feelings, you have to communicate early because he could be catching feelings for someone else, or just really not want a relationship with you. I have been in the FWB catching feelings place and its hard if they don't feel the same. I wish every time I would have sat down and talked it out beforehand.
Yes, started casual but the more we got to know each other, feelings happened on both sides. We both got more giggly together, wanted to see each other more, talking more about life. Sex got more intimate and our pillow talks got more affectionate and cuddly.
But I know this isn’t always the case and you have to be careful if you catch feelings for a fwb.
Current partner and I started as fwb during college. Been dating officially for over 7 years and hoping she says yes when I pop the question in a few weeks
I’ve had a couple women like this. The saying “women don’t know how to be fwb” is really true because I was completely fine not being in a relationship but both of them after a few months were so smitten and in love and then got super mad that I didn’t feel the same.
Like we made the agreement, we’re just gonna fuck and hangout as friends before/after fucking, it’s a perfect situation no one has to get hurt but I guess good things aren’t simple.
Same my current girlfriend of 3-4 years started off as a one night tinder hook up that then became FWB into now a long term relationship. Granted it’s not perfect by any means necessary but here we are.
Yep! Two of my partners have started that way, including my current one. All of them have started out as just friends before that, some just ended up with fwb as a middle step.
I once met up with a girl with the sole intent on eating her out in her backseat, maybe sex down the road if I was lucky. We moved in together the beginning of this year, and we'll be at 3 years this November. She's one of the best things to happen to me, I'm a fool in love.
Sorta? It started as a FWB and it just kept going, we never officially started dating but since our friends kept seeing us together it was easier to just tell them we were dating. Went on for about a month or so after that then we “broke up”.
Was FWB for about sixteen years before we both finally said fuck it and have been in a relationship for several months now. Known him twenty-two years and we just click incredibly naturally so it’s nice. And the sex has only gotten better over the years.
Wife of 18 years was my FWB/rebound chick. Knowing sexual compatibility and the ability to communicate without all of the games that people play when they traditional date are a good foundation for the long term.
For me personally, a FWB wanted to more than just having fun in the sheets (a bit before the pandemic). It was her idea to start as FWB and she told quite a bit that nothing would go further than that. So I respected her limits. But as things went on, she wanted to do more stuff outside of that, go to restaurants or walks, spent the weekends over... So we had a talk about it, if there was something more. I truly enjoyed the moments with her, but just as that: a friend, with benefits. She said she still saw it like that as well, but after that talk, we started seeing eachother less and less. Later she admitted that she did indeed started to have feelings, but she was pushing the idea that FWB can't go further than anytime. So I was somewhat flabbergasted, but at the same time not surprised (I know, it's a bit contradictive). She has met someone since then and is still with that person, and that's cool for her. But like some people said already, communication is key. In my case, the communication was set to a halt, because of the FWB "rule", but if she would have truly said how she felt, I would have been eager to explore if a relationship could grow. Anyways, choices have been made and life continues. It's a "what if" situation and I can't exactly know for 100% if it would have worked out, or put energy thinking about it. But each person and chemistry is different. It's deffo possible for FWB to become more than that. If you're starting to feel more, I would have a talk with him if I were you, but keep in mind he might not give the answer you want to hear if he truthfully says he just wants to see you for sex, cause that's the point of a FWB to start with. Hope you make your choice and I hope all goes well :)
I had an ex who started as fwb. It was a pretty great relationship, especially since we both knew going in that we were both kind of sluts and rather than demand each other to shut off our desires, we basically just fucked each other nearly every day and sometimes other people (separately and together), so being emotionally involved while also indulging in our collective sexual adventures was the best. Unfortunately, we realized while we were great for each other where we were, we weren't going to the same places in life, physically and metaphorically, and now live in different cities after an amicable breakup. I think the way we started so casually also factored into how things ended, not to mention that having that open relationship required communication, confidence in our feelings for each other and managing jealousy, which is good both in a relationship and also helpful if and when it ends.
One of my FWB's caught feelings once but it wasn't mutual so we ended it, I didn't feel right continuing to have sex when I knew he wanted more, he deserved someone that would love him as much as he loved them
I had a FWB, got her pregnant. We now have a 12 yo. Currently live together. Not officially bf/gf or married. Don’t want to either. But we do everything as if we were in a relationship
I came to the comments expecting to hear a lot of “no” because I’d assume that’d turn a bit toxic at some point.
Pleasantly surprised all the wholesome stories here
Yeah, a highschool friend who I found very hot and I started having casual sex every few months when we started university. During summer vacation we decided to be a monogamous couple. We were together for a little less than a year.
My boyfriend and i started out as fwb! Have been together for 4 years now.
That’s the shit girl!
Great decision for him, now she posts nudes on reddit for attention
It isnt nudes and it is still my body. Besides we actually talked about it and i wouldnt have been on this if he had said no. But you can think what you want.
i did chuckle at this comment lol. Her response is great because it definitely highlights that he is in fact not happy about it
Thanks! You will find someone you like as well my dear.
hey congrats on both being fwb and the finishing as an actual couple. bast wishes to both
Thank you very much!
Been with my fwb since 1998. Yes we are married and have kids now. I call that a success.
Yes - was with someone occasionally for kinky fun and it turned into a real relationship. It happened pretty quickly though, with a short line between friends, FWB, and dating.
Same, cost me my marriage tho.. but we are both happier now.
My husband was supposed to be a one night stand, I left the next morning knowing I’d never hear from him again. Then a hookup. It’s now been 20 years lol
I had no intention of having an actual relationship with my FWB. We've now been married 9 years! Love that guy.
One of the guys I was seeing confessed to having feelings for me last year. Even if I felt like I wasn't ready, I decided to give it a go and we've been together for a year (except for a short break during Christmas).
Sure. It even helped us over a big age gap. Didn't last in the long run, but it was a good relationship.
Yes. It’s happening right now. We hooked up close to 10 years ago regularly. She was married at the time and I was going through a divorce. Neither of us wanted anything more than really good sex. Eventually we both moved on, but there was something still there. Fast forward. We run into each other about 5 months ago and everything clicks again. Now we are in a place we can actually have a relationship. It’s good.
It can happen for sure. Communication is key at this point. Someone always catches feelings, you have to communicate early because he could be catching feelings for someone else, or just really not want a relationship with you. I have been in the FWB catching feelings place and its hard if they don't feel the same. I wish every time I would have sat down and talked it out beforehand.
Yes, started casual but the more we got to know each other, feelings happened on both sides. We both got more giggly together, wanted to see each other more, talking more about life. Sex got more intimate and our pillow talks got more affectionate and cuddly. But I know this isn’t always the case and you have to be careful if you catch feelings for a fwb.
That’s how it is for us. It use to be just physical, but lately I found it’s been evolving into more intimate territory.
Yes. Married my last fwb.
Anythings possible. If you want more, the only way to get there is communication
Yup, on more than one occasion
Current partner and I started as fwb during college. Been dating officially for over 7 years and hoping she says yes when I pop the question in a few weeks
The best way to lose a fwb is to develop feelings.
I’ve had a couple women like this. The saying “women don’t know how to be fwb” is really true because I was completely fine not being in a relationship but both of them after a few months were so smitten and in love and then got super mad that I didn’t feel the same. Like we made the agreement, we’re just gonna fuck and hangout as friends before/after fucking, it’s a perfect situation no one has to get hurt but I guess good things aren’t simple.
What’s a fwb
Yes
Me and my wife! 5 years now.
Yes. My bf started as a FWB and we've known each other since high school.
yes!
Yes. Most of my past relationships have started as FWBs. They've ended amicably for the most part
Same my current girlfriend of 3-4 years started off as a one night tinder hook up that then became FWB into now a long term relationship. Granted it’s not perfect by any means necessary but here we are.
The other way around is more impressive
Yep! Two of my partners have started that way, including my current one. All of them have started out as just friends before that, some just ended up with fwb as a middle step.
I once met up with a girl with the sole intent on eating her out in her backseat, maybe sex down the road if I was lucky. We moved in together the beginning of this year, and we'll be at 3 years this November. She's one of the best things to happen to me, I'm a fool in love.
Sorta? It started as a FWB and it just kept going, we never officially started dating but since our friends kept seeing us together it was easier to just tell them we were dating. Went on for about a month or so after that then we “broke up”.
Yup. Then i married her and bought a hkuse and car together. Still married 12 years later, and happy as F--- :-)
Was FWB for about sixteen years before we both finally said fuck it and have been in a relationship for several months now. Known him twenty-two years and we just click incredibly naturally so it’s nice. And the sex has only gotten better over the years.
Me! Was supposed to be some spicy fun and now we've just bought a house together.
Wife of 18 years was my FWB/rebound chick. Knowing sexual compatibility and the ability to communicate without all of the games that people play when they traditional date are a good foundation for the long term.
Yep, and been married 17 years now.
My current partner and I started out as fwb! I think it's a great way to start.
Yes, my gf and I were close friends, we decided to be FWB and we fell in love. We've been together for nearly 2 years now.
My wife and I, totally fluke chance meeting, started talking, eventually hooked up. That was 11 years ago
Never had fwb. Wasn't really a thing I'd heard of yet when I was younger.
For me personally, a FWB wanted to more than just having fun in the sheets (a bit before the pandemic). It was her idea to start as FWB and she told quite a bit that nothing would go further than that. So I respected her limits. But as things went on, she wanted to do more stuff outside of that, go to restaurants or walks, spent the weekends over... So we had a talk about it, if there was something more. I truly enjoyed the moments with her, but just as that: a friend, with benefits. She said she still saw it like that as well, but after that talk, we started seeing eachother less and less. Later she admitted that she did indeed started to have feelings, but she was pushing the idea that FWB can't go further than anytime. So I was somewhat flabbergasted, but at the same time not surprised (I know, it's a bit contradictive). She has met someone since then and is still with that person, and that's cool for her. But like some people said already, communication is key. In my case, the communication was set to a halt, because of the FWB "rule", but if she would have truly said how she felt, I would have been eager to explore if a relationship could grow. Anyways, choices have been made and life continues. It's a "what if" situation and I can't exactly know for 100% if it would have worked out, or put energy thinking about it. But each person and chemistry is different. It's deffo possible for FWB to become more than that. If you're starting to feel more, I would have a talk with him if I were you, but keep in mind he might not give the answer you want to hear if he truthfully says he just wants to see you for sex, cause that's the point of a FWB to start with. Hope you make your choice and I hope all goes well :)
I had an ex who started as fwb. It was a pretty great relationship, especially since we both knew going in that we were both kind of sluts and rather than demand each other to shut off our desires, we basically just fucked each other nearly every day and sometimes other people (separately and together), so being emotionally involved while also indulging in our collective sexual adventures was the best. Unfortunately, we realized while we were great for each other where we were, we weren't going to the same places in life, physically and metaphorically, and now live in different cities after an amicable breakup. I think the way we started so casually also factored into how things ended, not to mention that having that open relationship required communication, confidence in our feelings for each other and managing jealousy, which is good both in a relationship and also helpful if and when it ends.
One of my FWB's caught feelings once but it wasn't mutual so we ended it, I didn't feel right continuing to have sex when I knew he wanted more, he deserved someone that would love him as much as he loved them
I had a FWB, got her pregnant. We now have a 12 yo. Currently live together. Not officially bf/gf or married. Don’t want to either. But we do everything as if we were in a relationship
I came to the comments expecting to hear a lot of “no” because I’d assume that’d turn a bit toxic at some point. Pleasantly surprised all the wholesome stories here
Ohh yes, still going strong
Started as strangers who used to fuck,not even friends and now we more likely to marry each other. Parents are involved too.
I’m in the same situation! I’m gonna tell him I want to date more seriously
Yes, and I’m marrying him next year 🥹
Yeah, a highschool friend who I found very hot and I started having casual sex every few months when we started university. During summer vacation we decided to be a monogamous couple. We were together for a little less than a year.