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Friends With Benefits: Is It Really Worth It?

If you are one of those people who likes to have fun without strings attached then you need to read this post. There's some crucial information right here and we will also talk about certain situations which you might need to know about. But even if you are just debating becoming friends with benefits with someone... You need to think about whether it's worth it or not. First of all, lot's look at the very obvious benefits when it comes to having someone that you can always hit up with a booty call. Pros For most people, it's the physical aspect. Orgasms are always nice. They make you stress-free and fill you up with happiness hormones that can have an effect on you for up to a couple of hours. How would you not want that all the time? Unfortunately, in most cases, only friends with benefits relationships are the only ones that can provide you with a lot of sex for a long period of time. If you get yourself a boyfriend or girlfriend then it's much di

Lessons Learned - Red Flags

A red flag is referred to anything in the beginning of a relationship which signifies danger in long term. Most of them are obvious, but some are hidden, waiting for the moment to strike and ruin the entire bond built up between the partners.

Don't take me wrong, everything can be worked on, if you find one of these in your significant other, you can always talk through it, but be wary.



After a couple of relationships I've become quite sensitive to red flags. Especially after dating a few... troublesome guys. Which is why I'm writing this: to warn you. So read these paragraphs carefully, as they are real life experiences and not rewritten, overused stories.

Manipulation
Okay, this is obvious, there's the "I will hurt myself." or "I won't meet you next time.". But the real problem begins when these are subtle and not so obnoxious. Some people put the relationship at risk just to keep their partner, so we can phrase it this way "If you don't... then I'm not entirely sure about this.". With this they can redirect your attention to worrying about losing them. Of course, this one doesn't work in the beginning of a relationship, so there has to be an already existing emotion towards each other.

Low priority
There are things that are more important than your significant other, but that's perfectly fine, it's natural. Some people keep this to a healthy level, but some tend to completely ignore their partner. When you haven't had a date in a month or haven't talked in an entire week there's something very wrong. A relationship should only be between people who are both devoted to each other. Never forget your worth and fight for the time you deserve.
If your partner isn't as dedicated to keep the relationship going, then there's no reason to waste your time.

Exes
This might just be my own pet peeve, but I always find it a bad sign when someone still talks to and about their ex. There can still be lingering emotions. But the absolute red flag is when: they run to them instead of you if they have a problem. That's just a breaking point, if you're in this situation then I'm sorry, but it will be really hard to fix.

Taking back
Once you've broken up with someone that should be the end of it. There was a good reason you broke up, stick to that decision, because if you don't then you will continue going back until you're a complete mess. Spare yourself the trouble, get yourself together and find someone better.
But sometimes, you just can't do it. There are situations where you can't convince yourself to let go. Although, it can work out even after a breakup, it's not likely. So be ready to accept the heartbreak.

Cheater
Once a cheater, always a cheater. I might be biased, but I will never even be friends with anyone who has cheated. This action shows how much this person neglects the feelings of others. Whatever you do, stay away from a partner like this.

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Or check out the other posts about Breakup.

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