Have you ever heard the phrase dating is a winter sport? Well, the idea of the casual relationship, or summer fling, seems to be on everyone’s mind this time of year. And ever since Hollywood flooded the big screen with hits like “Friends with Benefits” and “No Strings Attached,” the question people seem to be asking is can friends with benefits actually work?
The answer to that question depends on what each partner is looking for. If you’d like to end up dating the other person, then the answer is probably not. However, research shows that if both partners are honest with each other about the terms of their relationship, then it’s more likely than not that they can actually remain friends after the fling starts to fizzle. In fact, Cosmopolitan’s article about casual relationships gives good insight on the topic and even provides statistics for various success rates. Our tips for entering into a casual relationship are simple. First, be honest with yourself and your partner about what you’re actually looking to gain from the relationship. Second, understand that these relationships will (and should) be short-lived. In the end, you deserve a head-over-heels romance…if that’s what you’re looking for.
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