What really is the benefit??

I have yet to see the true benefit of becoming more then friends. Or attempting to become friends if you never started off that way. Situations that would normally be fun turn into awkward glances, racing thoughts, unsaid feelings, and overall discomfort.

Then when you actually try and be friends or friendly, its never taken that way. If feelings aren't returned, kiss the friendship goodbye, if feelings are on both sides but it doesn't work out...kiss the friendship goodbye. And god forbid u go to a club with ur "friend" and someone else approaches them/you. Because at that time comfort and friendship is taken into a whole new level

Don't get me wrong I believe it has been successful sometimes. However it has NEVER worked in my situation, whether I have been friends first with the guy, or never been friends at all. Or we both just realized we aren't right for each other, attempting to be friends or friends with benefits always ends up a bad idea. I seriously try harder in the relationships when they "used to be " a friend, because I want the "friendship" to still be there.

It way less maintenance when its just someone I'm infatuated with. I think they are great 1 month and then the next month its over, and u can break up with the person for some random reason. No more friends with benefits.......in fact, Im gonna have to get friends Im not attracted to..