In today’s world of dating and relationships, the N.S.A. or No Strings Attached type dating has become ever so popular. Maybe that is so simply because of its definition. If something has no strings attached, then there are no obligations or expectations. It could be a sweet ride for those who are in to this form of casual dating encounter.
The NSA type of relationship goes by many names, but it is for the most part, a discreet type of relation. Take for example, a wife who’s husband’s job takes him away for days, weeks, or months. She gets lonely, but doesn’t want to leave him, or vice versa. This kind of discreet relationship can actually work for them, as it fulfils a need for both parties concerned!
Friends with benefits, is another widely used term. Similar expressions are a fling, a booty call, a little something on the side.
I’m sure you get the idea! I personally think this type of relation is more male provoked. I say this simply for the reason that males are less likely to commit (mostly due to fear!) than females. This relationship, at least as seen on the various online dating sites, is initiated by men who are married (usually for a number of years), but who don’t want to get divorced from their wives, or younger women who don’t want a true relationship, but the “benefits” of such without the drama. Those women seek a more mature discreet version of this phenomenon. They are looking for sugar daddies who can spoil, wine and dine them, and show them a real good time. While this form of casual dating has become somewhat accepted, it is not this author’s way. Just call me old-fashioned. What next, cybersex becomes the norm?
oh boy…a lot could be said about this topic! As someone who has tried online dating and will probably continue to use it as an option until I meet Mr. LTR. I think I’ve seen and increase in the number of women looking for FWB relationships as well. I also agree that there are seem to be more men posting about FWB especially married men. All it takes is a quick glance on Craigslist to see just about everything you described, and then some! In a busy world where digital dialogue has become part of our social currency (via social networking sites) I suspect cyber sex is the norm for many people.
Aint that the truth! I once went on craigslist and seen 3 co workers on there looking for hookups. They were dressed the part if you know what I mean lol. If you think about no strings attached dating its very hot considering you dont have to worry about calling,visiting parents,trying to impress them. Very cool in my book.