5 Reasons Why Friends with Benefits Don't Work for Women

Are you a woman who has a friend with benefits? For now, you might think this set up is a good one. You don't have to worry so much about getting a date on the weekend or having your sexual needs met by someone. Yet, over time, your feelings may change. Here's why. You're apt to get:

Jealous when you see the man you've been hanging with at night flirting with another woman. Although you agreed to have a casual, loose relationship, your words will go up in flames once you realize he really meant what he said. You'll be jealous and unsure of how to handle your new feelings.

Attached and want more. This reality is the main reason why friends with benefits don't work for women. Eventually, you get emotionally involved and want to go to the next level. At this point, you have to decide what you should have in the first place - whether or not you want to be girlfriend and boyfriend.

Offended at your lover's lack of devotion. Every woman wants to believe she's special. Unfortunately, nothing will make you feel more worthless than a man who just uses your body like a toilet. As you see that you're only just a means for sexual relief, you'll slowly become upset. You won't be able to understand how a guy can be with you on a regular basis and not care for you as more than just a friend.

Pregnant and have to make a difficult decision. Do you have the baby or not? This question will be a hard one if you know the father isn't serious about you. Also, the same guy who thinks you're a great gal because of your lax arrangement will suddenly change his tune. He will want a DNA test and put you through a bunch of changes because he won't want the extra responsibility of a baby without proof of paternity.

Dependent on him sexually. Sex can be like a drug and once you get started with someone, stopping won't necessarily be easy. Some men are great in bed regardless of how close you are otherwise. So, letting go of him will be difficult and a roadblock for you in finding Mr. Right.

These are just a few reasons why friends with benefits don't usually work for women. Keep this in mind the next time an attractive male friend tries to pull you into this type of arrangement. In the end, you'll probably be sorry.

Also see: Women, How to Handle a Jealous Friend